"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Fashion has always been cyclical, with past eras inspiring modern trends decade after decade. So, it ...

The debut of Christian Dior’s well-known New Look collection in 1947 marked the beginning of modern fashion history as we know it. With frame-fitting designs, ladylike accessories, and opulent details ...

Not to split hairs, but the look of the 1950s was really born a few years prior. When academics talk about 1950s fashion history, the era is usually defined as 1947-1957—and just so happens to ...