Get Ready For Glam Fifties Flashback Fashion

I love fall fashion, but it seemed like something had been missing from the runways the past few years. At first, I couldn’t put my finger on it. The shows at Bryant Park were showcasing a lot of androgynous looks, and while that idea was cool, fashion seemed in need of a catharsis. It wasn’t until fifties-reminiscent styles and ladylike silhouettes paraded down the catwalk at shows like Louis Vuitton this season that I realized what had been absent and sorely missed: a lovely dose of glamour!

I adore the comfort of low-key looks as much as the next girl (and luckily this whole return-to-minimalism philosophy for fall will allow me to incorporate those as well), but sometimes it’s nice to slip on a pair of kitten heels, don a full skirt or slide on some pearls for the simple reason of wanting to appear like an extra straight of the set of Mad Men.

It’s time for a modern dash of old-school style.
This look is incredibly easy to pull off as well, for every shape and size. If you want to create curves or skim them, an a-line hem will do the trick. A pea coat in a dark shade is perfect for the cool fall weather and a perpetually chic option as well. Kitten heels are an amazing addition to your shoe wardrobe. The heel is high enough that it will give you the necessary polish for work or an evening out, but not so high that you will be cursing the day you decided to step out in those particular shoes (I’m talking to you, black three-inch stilettos).

And get ready for tons of vintage accessories. There are lots of ways to add a little fifties glam into your style with extras. A structured bag should be on your must-have list. Incorporate cat-eye sunglasses into your outfit. Pile on pearls for an updated nod to the era. And leather gloves that hit just below the elbow will keep you warm, cozy and stylish all autumn and winter. Bonus points if you add a red pout for the ultimate glam makeover.

Just remember to work one or two trendy pieces into your look at a time, like an A-line skirt or pea coat paired with a structured tote. The look works best when you allude to the era, not overdose on it.
Louis Vuitton set the groundwork for this trend, but you don’t have to drop money in the designer price range for the fifties flashback look. There are a multitude of options at every price point this season, whether you have twenty dollars to spend or two hundred. So have fun taking a page out of Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly or Jackie O.’s handbook.