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As the first post-war decade, the 1950s launched modern American popular culture and gave rise to some of the world's most coveted and valuable collectibles. Bill Ryze, a certified chartered ...
It is estimated that disposable income in America increased by five times from 1940 to 1955. [1] This prosperity was evident in an abundance of consumer goods, especially food. For example, the average grocery store in 1952 stocked 4,000 items, compared to the average store in 1928, which only stocked 870. [2]
1950s style for women was all about elegance and sophistication. Here is a list of the top trends from the decade we see making a comeback. ... "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or ...
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From diners to drive-ins, we take a look back at classic American foods reminiscent of the 1950s as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the film, Grease. Set in the 1950s, the musical film Grease ...
Tartan plaids were fashionable in the early 1950s, and later plaids and checks of all types were worn, as were corduroy jackets with leather buttons and car coats. 49er jackets, originally worn by hunters, miners and lumberjacks, were a popular cold weather coat in America and Canada, and would later be adopted by the teenage surfer subculture.
The 1950s brings to mind poodle skirts, sock hops, and drive-in movies. I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners, and Leave It to Beaver were popular television shows, and Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, and ...