Welcome to the Costume Ideas blog series! This series is intended to inspire your inner fashion designer so you can look like you stepped out of the 1950/60s when you walk into Mad Masquerade.Men in the 1950s and early 60s were very traditional; this was the era of the man in a gray suit. Coats were unwaisted with one or three buttons, typically worn with a white shirt, tie, and cufflinks. Other common suit colors were tan or navy. Pennyloafer shoes and a hat (usually a fedora) rounded out the look.
The mid-to-late 60s saw more diversity in men's fashion than ever - brighter colored dress shirts like plaid were more accepted. Ties were changing sizes (both to skinny ties and wide ties) with stripes and patterns - unheard of just a decade earlier. Suits became more tailored, thanks to Italian designer influence.
Where to find this vintage menswear? Try Banana Republic's Mad Men Collection, geared specifically toward the Mad Men look! (A promo shot from the collection can be seen to the bottom right.) They also have a pretty nice Mad Men collection for women, too! Other suitable options can be found at J Crew. (Picture top right.)Are you excited about Mad Masquerade yet? Purchase tickets your tickets now - prices go up in just a few weeks!
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ReplyDeleteWe're sorry you feel that way! The man in a gray suit is very iconic of this era, and it's what most people picture. Many people come in costumes that don't relate at all to the theme, and we encourage you to go all out - we can't wait to see what you come up with!
ReplyDeleteI agree with the boring comment. The theme this year is even more limiting than in previous years. We'll do our best to meet the challenge with something creative.
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