50s Style Halloween Costume

The 1950s was an era of rebellious youth and giggling girls, bad boys and good girls. You'll be the life of the party with this 50s bobby soxer style Halloween costume.

Clothes

Poodle skirts were all the rage in the 50s. You can look in your closet for a knee length skirt with a wide bottom that flares out when you move. Pair the skirt with a fuzzy, form-fitting sweater. You can choose any color from light colors to bolder shades such as light pink or hot pink, light blue or a brighter blue. Polo shirts paired with cardigan sweaters were also popular in the 50s.

Alternate 50s halloween costume ideas, go more casual slipping into a pair of capri pants and a short sleeve, button up shirt that is also form-fitting. You could also go for the "Bad Girl" look with tight denim capris or any tight pants. Tops to choose from include a halter top, fuzzy sweater or a boatneck tee.

Shoes and Socks

Shoes to go with your 50s style halloween costume are saddle shoes, oxfords, Mary Janes or penny loafers. White ankle socks turned down complete the 50s halloween costume. Shoes for the bad girl look are high heels, open toe high heels, low chunky heels or flats.

Accessories

50s style accessories for your bobby soxer costume would include pearl stud earrings, a charm bracelet and a pearl necklace. If you do with a shirt and cardigan, find a brooch or pin. Cat's eye and big glasses were also popular in the 50s. Chiffon scarves were one of the main accessories in the 50s. Tie it around your ponytail with the ends hanging down or for the bad girl look, tie it around your neck with the ends hanging off to the sides.

Hair and Makeup

Your 50s halloween costume wouldn't be complete with a ponytail pulled up high. Bangs can be straight or use a curling iron to curl the ends under. For more great hairstyles for your 50s halloween costume see websites for inspiration below.

Put the final touches on your 50s costume with bright red lipstick and matching nail polish. Liquid eyeliner was applied to the top eyelid in a bold line. Eyelashes were thick and full with two coats of black mascara. Pick a rosy color blush which was applied on the apples of the cheeks in a circle. Popular eyeshadow colors in the 50s were bright blues and greens.

With these 50s costume ideas you can put together any look you want for little to no money. To go with the bobby soxer theme, squeal and giggle a lot. A big attitude while chewing a piece of gum and blowing bubbles will make your 50s Halloween costume a success.

Websites for Inspiration

50s History - 50s Life from Clothing to Slang

Lphouse

Hair Finder

Beauty and the Bath

Platinum Costumes

50s Costumes

Anytime Costumes, 50s