We tell that advised low fashion textbooks of the forties!
In the forties of the last century, short women faced an unexpected problem for us: fashion required femininity and at the same time quite mature. To look too young for his age was considered undesirable!
Stylists and fashion experts of those times approached this issue very scrupulously, so do not be surprised that the tips below mention this more than once. Otherwise, no doubt, all recommendations are relevant today as well as decades ago.
Popular sources in the 1940s were books on fashion and style: “A Unique Course of Hollywood Success Through Face and Body Beauty by Bonomo” by Joe Bonomo, “Beautify Your Personality” by Hattie Mary Marsh and “Beauty After Forty” by Edith Thornton MacLeod.
Dress
McCall's, Vintagedancer Choose dresses with long vertical lines, whether it is a print, pleats, a row of buttons, embroidery or any other decoration. Be careful with contrasting colors, especially with ruffles and bows. Dresses of small sizes look best in simple shades and with a minimal ribbon trim. Avoid the bass and side draperies. Shirt dresses are also great for you!
How to seem taller and slimmer with the help of clothes
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Cutaway
Mccall's A deep neckline, oval or V-shaped, is ideal for you. A small square neckline will also look good. The little collar Peter Pen will be a great accent, but only if it is the same color as the dress, because the white collar often looks too childish.
Neckline: call it right
Skirt
Butterick, McCall's Choose skirts in the same color as the top. A contrasting skirt is also acceptable, but in this case the waist should be too high. As for the cut, instead of fluffy skirts, choose a narrow a-line or even a pencil skirt.
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Sleeve
Narrow mittens, short or long, will suit you. Sleeveless models are also acceptable, but shortened sleeves are the least preferred.
Retro mittens: the most popular styles of the 40s and 50s
Prints
Choose solid models and small prints, avoid a large cage and horizontal stripes. Vertical stripes, on the contrary, are welcome.
Retro Inspiration: Favorite 50s Prints
Coat
Vintagedancer, McCall's If you choose a long coat, then its length should coincide with the hemline of the dress at the knee level. Such a coat should be straight, no flare and creases! The shoulders should be narrow, like the lapels.
A shorter coat in a sporty style is best chosen in a contrasting dress color and worn unbuttoned.
Beautiful era: 30 inspirational coats from the 50s
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Hairstyle
American hairdresser Your choice - voluminous styling! Add fleece over, and lay on the sides smoothly and evenly. A short bob is welcome, however, if this hairstyle does not make you visually too young.
Hats
Small graceful berets, beanies, turbans are perfect for you. Felt hats with raised brim will also look great.
How to choose a hat according to the shape of the face
Footwear
American duchess Avoid high heels. A medium-length heel will add to your height without creating the impression that you desperately want to appear taller. For the best effect, combine shoes and a hat in color!
Accessories
Hats, gloves, wallets, belt, jewelry - everything should match in color. It is best to choose delicate shades, avoiding too bright or shiny options.
Jewelry
A string of pearls is all you need. Bracelets should also be single thread and narrow.Brooches are acceptable, but sometimes they can look too heavy, so choose wisely.
