The 50s, what a great time to be alive! The 1950’s saw the birth of Rock n’ Roll, a young Evils Presley was on the scene, Buddy Holly was all the rage and the fashion reflected this. If you still can‘t picture the scene think back to ‘Grease‘ the world famous movie set in the 50s, we‘re talking the T Birds, the Pink Ladies, big polka dots for the girls and a teddy boys look for the boys.

If you‘ve been invited to a 50‘s fancy dress party then it‘s essential that you look the part and you should have no problems finding a great Rock n‘ Roll inspired fancy dress costume online.

For the ladies you should be looking for bright solid colours broken up only by white polka dot. It is important you look cute so short white socks and flat light coloured pumps are great for this look. Neat and tidy hair is also essential and while you’re at it why not throw in a neckerchief tied to the side in a neat little knot. Your skirt should be flared, so ideally cut on the bias, and if polka dots really don’t do it for you a plain solid coloured skirt with a music note or poodle sewn on to the side is equally on trend.

Any man looking for a 1950s fancy dress costume should think back to the real icons of this era, finding yourself a 50’s inspired outfit shouldn’t be difficult. One of our favourite looks which is perfect for a 1950s fancy dress party is to go as one of the T Birds, it’s as it is such an easy look to throw together your fancy dress outfit should be pretty cheap as well.

To create this look find yourself some dark, fittedt or drainpipe jeans teamed with a plain white t shirt and a black leather jacket. It Is really important to get your hair right so get yourself some gel make sure you’ve got plenty on your hair as you’ll want your look to last all night, take a comb and brush your hair back at the sides to create the perfect DA look, a neat quiff on top is a great way to complete your 50’s style.

When getting ready for you 1950’s fancy dress party stick on some Buddy Holly pour yourself a 50’s inspired drink and get in the mood to Rock n‘ Roll.