The long wait to go bizarre with vintage fashion is finally over! With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to put together a bewitching costume that will complement the eeriness in the air and the devilish glow of the jack-o’-lanterns. Halloween holds a lot of importance in the world of fashion. No other occasion requires you to dress up extraordinarily creative and utterly wicked at the same time. In a crowd full of vampires, witches, and super heroes why not knock out everyone this Halloween by going completely retro? Vintage fashionistas should have a closer look at their wardrobe to check on how to spice up their retro dresses to reflect that rich vintage legacy. Let’s get to know some of the most popular vintage clothing eras whose unique vintage vogue is perfect to achieve that timeless vintage look! It won’t hurt to know a little history about these eras that will help you to adorn that sassy vintage guise. The following description of the vintage styles belonging to each era will make searching for vintage clothing online a breeze!

1920’s: Flapper Gowns & Feathers

This era was about wearing glamorously beaded flapper gowns, highlighted with feathers and lots of glitter. The Women’s Rights movement had sparked short hairdos and skirts that ended above the knees.

1930’s: High Wasted Skirts, Chiffons, & Lace

1930’s Vintage dresses reflected elements of great depression with more emphasis on elegance than glamour. Long, high-wasted skirts that defined the hips, halter necks, evening gowns made of chiffon or lace, accentuated woman’s sensuality and curves.

1940’s: The Era of Suits

1940’s unveiled the sassy cuts and narrow waists that characterized the suits worn by the ladies. The post war effects imbibed poise and conservatism in the clothes, with toned down color schemes and frugal fabric. Luxury was rare and the difficult economic times compelled the women to stitch their own clothes with whatever material that was easily available.

1950’s: Retro Swing Skirts with Tiny Waists

1950’s vintage fashions saw a dramatic change in the silhouette of women’s fashions and body shapes. It was the era of full figured hour glass body with round hips and tiny waists. Rock and roll, permed hairstyles, wide swing skirts and halter necks echoed prosperity, as opposed to the fashion in 1940’s.

1960’s: The Mod & Hippy Era

1960’s marked a metamorphosis in fashion with the short hems, bright colors and capacious hairdos. This was also the era in which the hippy look sporting “peace and love” mantra took the nation by storm.