Snowy Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 I'mprobably leaving this a little late, but I'm going to a murder mystery night on Friday, and have just realised that it is fancy dress - 50s style or St Trinians Well St Trinians is out completely for me (think Jo Brand doing Britney Spears ), but I might be able to get away with something 50s ish. Anyone any idea what 50s clothes look like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 We had a 1950's day at school this year to celebrate the school anniversary The SEN department wore circular skirts in turquoise with white spots, and either little heels or white socks and pumps. There were also some wonderful dresses that a couple of the teaching staff wore. It came from a website that delivered very quickly or I can send you mine if you like? Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 It was all Christian Dior's New Look and Norman Hartnell. Neat jackets, pillbox hats, gloves (of course) and stilettos. You'll look fab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiblick Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Think Grease! You will look great. A sweater with a skirt and a little neck scarf. Marvellous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 think Doris day have you got an Alice band for your hair? tight sweater with a pointy bra? tweed skirt, wide belt, tights and a handbag are a must! a polar neck with a scarf tied to the side? if you get the right hairstyle and accesories then you should be able to adapt something you already have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 it must be the season; I'm going as Chastity Darling, circa 1905, vamp, with low cut get 'em out dress(of sorts)..... I hAte Fancy dress.... Good luck with yours, just enjoy it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 20, 2009 Author Share Posted May 20, 2009 Aaaaahhhhh, 50s style looks so gorgeous, but not on a 5'1" apple dumpling shape I don't possess anything remotely tailored and skinny jeans/leggings and me parted company a very long time ago. Oh well, will be fun anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 it must be the season; I'm going as Chastity Darling, circa 1905, vamp, with low cut get 'em out dress(of sorts)..... I hAte Fancy dress....Good luck with yours, just enjoy it!! Best you get some photos taken & sent to ANH to load for you having posted that description Freddie !!! Have a great time the pair of you, thank goodness DH's college reunion on Sunday isn't fancy dress...I'd hate to think what the ex-wife would turn up in mind you what she wore to our niece's wedding could have passed as fancy dress........ Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Snowy, you have a great shape for 50's clothing Look for a full skirt,maybe a petticoat, a close fitting scoop neck T shirt, a wide belt between the 2. Ballet shoes are great & a neck scarf will compete the look. You have a curvy shape, & the skirt jies a multitude of sins,while the tight T will make the most of your assets You will look great, & YES, WE DO WANT TO SEE PHOTOS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Snowy, you have a great shape for 50's clothing Look for a full skirt,maybe a petticoat, a close fitting scoop neck T shirt, a wide belt between the 2. Ballet shoes are great & a neck scarf will compete the look. You have a curvy shape, & the skirt jies a multitude of sins,while the tight T will make the most of your assets You will look great, & YES, WE DO WANT TO SEE PHOTOS!!! great advice from Sarah and others Snowy - you will look great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 High waisted dresses, big fussy flower prints etc...I think I've seen a few dresses like that around this season, here's the kind of thing I mean: Hope that helps a little bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 ...and with your talents Snowy you'd be able to knock a gorgeous outfit up in no time Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiblick Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 M&S are doing retro inspired dresses at the moment, they might give you some ideas. http://www.marksandspencer.com/gp/node/n/216049031/277-4791550-6225530 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 21, 2009 Author Share Posted May 21, 2009 Thanks all - I can see I'll be sewing tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Cut a large circle of material, hole in the middle for you to get into - bit of a zip / button & cut out some black felt circles & coloured circles for records! White bobby socks, kitten heels, v neck fitted t shirt & little cardi or fitted shrug & neck scarf tied on the side. False clip in ponytail / alice band. For a Grease party I went as Frenchie. Cropped fitted dark jeans, fuschia pink shirt tied in a knot at the front, neck scarf & flicky bob pink wig! Oh & black sunglasses! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 22, 2009 Author Share Posted May 22, 2009 OK, panic mode is setting in. So far I have some cut off jeans that I am just about to transform into pedal pushers (they are currantly a boot flare style), a fitted white shirt, pale pink mid heel court shoes, neck scarf (currantly the only one I could find was a blue flowery one - should I try to find a pink one to match the shoes, or would black be better?) Aaahh, just going ot do school run .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Put pink hairspray on your hair! I dare you! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 22, 2009 Author Share Posted May 22, 2009 Right!! Now have black jeans transformed into pedal pushers, white shirt, made a scarf out of some tan silk with white spots - I've even dug out my brother old black suede bomber jacket with american logo on the back (not sure if It's meant to be american style 50s but hey ho!) - just off to the chemist for hairdye and pink hairspray! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 22, 2009 Author Share Posted May 22, 2009 Nopink hairspray in the chemist But at loeast when I got yto the door they reaoised I was in fancy dress - so I got my free drink!! Oops - too much wine! Happy christmasm! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted May 23, 2009 Share Posted May 23, 2009 Nopink hairspray in the chemist But at loeast when I got yto the door they reaoised I was in fancy dress - so I got my free drink!! Oops - too much wine! Happy christmasm! Love the spelling, Snowy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 23, 2009 Author Share Posted May 23, 2009 Nopink hairspray in the chemist But at loeast when I got yto the door they reaoised I was in fancy dress - so I got my free drink!! Oops - too much wine! Happy christmasm! Love the spelling, Snowy x Oooh dear, not a good idea to post after a night out And I feel awful today - I wouldn't mind but I only had 4 glasses of wine. I think my alcohol tolerance level is decreasing - I haven't felt this ill in ages! I hate it! Reminder to everyone going out tonight - this is not a nice feeling!! 'Scuse me ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 Oh dear Snowy, I hope you are fully recovered today...... ? Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 24, 2009 Author Share Posted May 24, 2009 Oh dear Snowy, I hope you are fully recovered today...... ? Sha x I am thank you Sha, and feeling extremely sheepish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 .....any photos??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 25, 2009 Author Share Posted May 25, 2009 .... errrr ...., no! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
