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    What Did Women Wear in the 1940s? 40s Fashion Trends

    • Learn about the styles and history of women's clothing in the 1940s, from knee-length A-line dresses with padded shoulders to victory suits and wide leg pants. Find out what were 1940s dresses called and sh… See more

    1940s Women’s Dresses

    With the start of the war and strict rationing on fabric, dresses in the 1940s became shorter. Whereas the 1930s featured dressesthat went down to mid-calf, the 1940s brou… See more

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    1940s Women’s Suits

    The shortage of fabric also caused the popularity of the two-piece suit known as a Victory or Utility suit. Women could mix and match skirts, blouses, and jackets for a new outfit every … See more

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    1940s Blouses

    Blouses were the next part of a suit. They could also be worn plain or with a light cardigan sweaterover them. Blouses were either a solid color or a fun striped pattern. They could … See more

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    1940s Pants

    Pants or trousers were primarily a menswear item up until the 1940s. Women working in factories needed safe clothing that wouldn’t snag in machinery. At first, women jus… See more

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    What is the type of dress worn by a 1940s dancer?
     
  1. Some of the common names and styles of 1940s dresses were1234:
    • Shirtwaist dress: a dress that buttoned down to the waist or skirt hem, often with a collar and long or short sleeves.
    • Peplum dress: a dress with a short flared or ruffled overskirt attached at the waist.
    • Peasant dress: a dress with a loose-fitting bodice, puffed sleeves, and a gathered skirt, usually with colorful prints or embroidery.
    • Wrap dress: a dress that wrapped around the body and tied at the waist or side, creating a V-neckline and a flared skirt.
    • Pencil dress: a dress with a fitted bodice and a narrow skirt that ended at or below the knee, creating a slim silhouette.
    • Kitty Foyle dress: a dark dress with a contrasting white or light collar and cuffs, named after a movie character.
    • Tea dress, date dress, or party dress: a semi-formal cocktail dress for afternoon or evening occasions, often with lace, ruffles, or embellishments.
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    1940s dresses came in the popular shirtwaist dress that buttoned down to the waist to skirt hem. There were also puff sleeves dresses, peplum dresses, peasant dresses, wrap top or skirt dresses, ruched bodice dresses, and pencil dresses.

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    Popular 1940s outfits for women included square-shouldered jackets with simple blouses and a matching skirt, shirtwaist dresses in long or short sleeves, and Kitty Foyle dresses (dark dresses with white or light collars and cuffs).

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    Attending a 1940s party, tea or informal dinner-dance required women to dress up in their finest afternoon frock or semi-formal cocktail dress. The word cocktail dress wasn’t used in the 1940s. Instead a “date dress,” “tea dress” or “party dress” were the appropriate terms.

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    What type of dress was popular in the 1940s?
    The swing dress was a staple of the 1940s and was designed to be comfortable and easy to move in. It has a fitted waist and a skirt that flares out. Another popular dress style was the shirtwaist dress, a button-down dress that resembled a man’s shirt. It was practical, easy to wear, and suitable for many occasions.

    An In-Depth Guide to 1940s Women’s Fashion (With Pictures)

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    How do you dress like a 1940s Girl?
    If you want to dress like you’re from the 1940s, opt for clothing that highlights the traditional silhouette—a nipped-in waist and A-line skirts or wide-legged trousers. For dresses, look for fit-and-flare dresses (modern swing dresses), shirtwaist dresses, or any style that highlights the waist and falls just below the knee.

    An In-Depth Guide to 1940s Women’s Fashion (With Pictures)

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    What is the type of dress worn by a 1940s dancer?
    The design of 1940s day dresses, as seen in vintage fashion, is classic and includes a knee length a-line skirt, button down blouse top with modest sleeves, and a figure-flattering nipped in waist. Much of the ‘vintage retro’ look has come from these dresses.

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    What was the neckline of the 1940s dress?
    The neckline of the 1940s dress came in a variety of cutouts. They could be square, slit, sweetheart, keyhole, shirred, cross front (wrap), or even V with shirtwaist (button down) tops. There was no cleavage! All dress top designs were modest, revealing very little skin compared to today’s fashion.

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    The Ultimate Guide to 1940s Fashion with Lots of Photos

    WEBFeb 12, 2024 · 1940s dresses. 1940s dresses were a stable part of a woman’s wardrobe. Early 1940s dresses had sleeker lines, with the emphasized waist and often an a-line skirt. Again, practicality was top of …

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    1940s Fashion: Clothing Styles, Trends, Pictures

    WEBLearn about the history and styles of 1940s fashion, from dresses and skirts to suits and hats. See pictures and read profiles of 1940s clothing for women, men and children.

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    Women's 1940's Day Dress History - Vintage Dancer

    WEBMuch of the “vintage retro” look has come from 1940s day dresses. The design is classic; knee length a-line skirt, button down blouse top with modest sleeves, and a figure flattering nipped in waist. The 1940s …

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    1940s Dresses & Skirts: Styles, Trends & Pictures

    WEBAcid greens, hot pinks, reds and pale blues were popular hues in the early 1940s. Blouses contrasted with skirts as the shirtwaist and skirt trend really took hold. Bright printed calico skirts, known as “broomstick skirts” were …

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    History of 1940s Fashion - 1940 to 1949 - Glamour Daze

    WEBA fully illustrated history of 1940s fashion and style for women, from 1940 to 1949. The trends, designers, dresses, shoes, hairstyles, makeup and stories from the WW2 era and post war Paris.