https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:31:52 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-421423 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:57:56 +0000 Vicki 421423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These photos were really helpful, Suz, and you look stunning. Did you end up shortening up the skirt? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400278 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:54:57 +0000 Jjsloane 400278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The outfit is stunning on you. How about adding a crinoline to boost up the hem a bit without the sewing? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400238 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:17:43 +0000 Angie 400238@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE the outfit if you shorten the skirt. How do you feel about that, Suz? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400216 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:45:06 +0000 morethanbeige 400216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, gorgeous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400205 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:17:46 +0000 Queen Mum 400205@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>hmmm, do you think you'll get more wear out of it at this length than if you shorten it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400198 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:11:51 +0000 marianna 400198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this is absolutely stunning and I agree with your reasonings not to hem! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400197 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:11:51 +0000 Jonesy 400197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it but I agree that shorter would be ideal. But I don't know how much trouble you want to go to :). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400184 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:51:03 +0000 Queen Mum 400184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this outfit. I do agree that it would be even better a few inches shorter, but it still gives the feel of 50's. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400181 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:45:03 +0000 Suz 400181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my gosh! LOVE it!! The gingham top is so cute! </p> <p>Now, this would have been a much simpler option for me, too. But of course I fell in love with the cinderella! </p> <p>Sigh...this is the alter ego. In real life I dress in jeans and shorts ALL the TIME. So this little impulse purchase is apparently a message that I need to find some reasons to dress up for a change! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400178 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:40:43 +0000 Anonymous 400178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, you look elegant and lovely. That's a lot of skirt for little-bitty you, but I understand your reasons for not shortening it.</p> <p>Just for fun, here's the hubster and me at a '50s bbq a few years ago. Not sure if you can make out my "Cherries in the Snow" Revlon lipstick! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400167 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:45:36 +0000 yellowgirl 400167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, you look gorgeous! What a fun event this will be! Enjoy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400162 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:27:41 +0000 Anonymous 400162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The outfit is stunning on you. You should definitely plan to wear this as often as possible. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400161 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:16:29 +0000 Isis 400161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe fashion tape to hem it to mid-calf? It's really pretty as is, but would be super-fab hemmed! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400157 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:24:19 +0000 bj1111 400157@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>suz, if you're handy with a needle, you could just baste a shorter hem on the skirt then take it down to wear later. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400155 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:00:38 +0000 Suz 400155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, all! </p> <p>I was actually hoping for a shorter skirt (given the afternoon-into-evening hour) but they didn't have any. I don't think I would shorten this one, for a couple of reasons. First, cost, and second, the skirt is in perfect condition as is and it just seems a waste to bring it up if I might wear it this way. They did wear long gowns in this shape as well, but of course for more formal parties, as a rule. I'll post my alternate outfit later today. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400125 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 05:30:00 +0000 Anonymous 400125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look stunning, but I'd have to say a shorter skirt is more 50's too, although I wouldn't change the outfit because of that. The whole vibe though is perfect and your waist is so tiny. Fruitful is right - very Grace Kelly - how could you go wrong? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400084 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 03:03:50 +0000 Fruitful 400084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this is wonderful and exactly what you're going for - 50s mood as interpreted through your own eye. You look like Grace Kelly. Have a marvellous time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400082 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:56:34 +0000 Debora 400082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a beautiful outfit, Suz! You look so stunning. I don't think you have to worry about being overdressed. I think you'll see an eclectic mix of styles with a group of writers and artists. Have fun and enjoy your fab outfit. I wouldn't limit this to just the 50's party - it's elegant enough for any festive occasion. I just love it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400081 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:53:42 +0000 Sveta 400081@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All your finds look great, Suz. I am not sure about 50s - I thought these full skirts were shorter then - midi length? Maybe you can shorten it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400079 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:50:34 +0000 Deborah 400079@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, STUNNING. I have just had a look on the internet at 50's fashion. And what I saw were beautiful fabrics, a womanly silhoutte (fitted waist), gloves etc. I think your outfit looks amazing. Would you consider shortening the skirt? I think 50's would have it sitting mid calf (and would perhaps give it a more "day" dress look). The top is beautiful. Again from what i looked at a variety of necklines were popular then too. Perhaps add short white ? gloves and what about a 'stole' for your shoulders??? Sounds like so much fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400066 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:10:46 +0000 lyn* 400066@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You definitely do know how to do "fabulous"! I love this outfit! I think I'm showing my age, but I have no idea what 50's looks like ... all I know is that you look great :D</p> <p>PS: I read in your other post about your daughter's fingers - lol; you're too funny! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400061 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:05:37 +0000 bran888 400061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look beautiful, Suz! My only concern is that you might feel overdressed given the early start time/garden party, but only you know if you'll be comfortable given the crowd, location etc. Enjoy it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400047 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:39:54 +0000 Suz 400047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm. The pics ARE rather small...you can't really see the phlox; nor can you really see the pattern in the top, or even the fact that it has the exact same teal as the underskirt and pink of the shoes all through it. Maybe I will take a closeup of the items tomorrow. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-i-might-wear-fabulous-fifties-party#post-400043 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:35:48 +0000 Suz 400043@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been invited to a "Fabulous Fifties" theme party. </p> <p>I went to the vintage store. (Actually, I picked up that cute red Coach bag quite by accident; I was actually there on this mission.) </p> <p>For a grand total of $70, these are the items I bought. Please let me know if you think it will work. I do have another, more casual, outfit which I'll post in a separate thread tomorrow. </p> <p>Details:</p> <p>The skirt. It is not authentic 50s. But the tag said Linda Brooker, London and the quality is AMAZING. I went home and looked her up. She is a designer of dresses and costumes. Here's her web site: <a href="http://www.lindabrooker.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindabrooker.com/</a></p> <p>The overskirt is a beautiful navy blue; the underskirt is a vivid teal. It rustles and changes its shade as the wearer moves. It's in perfect condition. VERY tight in the waist, but I have room to move the buttons a fraction of an inch if required. </p> <p>The top actually says "60s" to me more than 50s—something about the neckline and the paisley pattern. The label says Style Rite Blouse Company, Toronto. The saleswoman only gave it to me so I would have something to put in with the skirt; she wasn't thinking that I would actually buy it. But when I got it on, it turned out to look so amazing that I couldn't resist. I think I will be able to style it in a bunch of different ways, so for $20, what the heck? </p> <p>And then, there were shoes! Pink kitten heels. Also more 60s than 50s, in mood, perhaps, and probably actually from the 80s, but they had only been worn once and fit like a dream. </p> <p>I put this outfit on and felt like Cinderella going to the ball! </p> <p>The only authentic 50s item here is my mother-in-law's evening bag. To be authentic I suppose I would need gloves as well. They only had shorties in the shop so I let it go. </p> <p>Questions: </p> <p>1. Will this work to evoke the era? I don't think I need slavish accuracy; just the mood, the tone, the feel. </p> <p>2. Can I get away with it? The party begins at 4 in the afternoon; it's not really a late night affair, and portions of it will be outside in the garden, assuming no rain. The other guests, by the way, are all writers and artists. Everyone will be interpreting the theme in his or her own manner. </p> <p>P.S. Note the PHLOX blooming in the background! </p> <p>Thanks for looking and for your thoughts! </p> <p>Also, if these pics are too small I will try to resize. I am still learning.</p> <p>Inspiration pics added. </p>