After the shortages of World War II, women were ready for a little luxury. And brides didn’t want to skimp on the lace or fabric. In 1947, French designer Christian Dior caused a sensation when he introduced his “new look,” hour-glass dresses with long, flowing skirts – skirts made of yards and yards of cloth.Continue reading “68 Stunning Photos of Wedding Gowns in the 1950s”
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50 Amazing Vintage Photos Showing Wartime Weddings of Soldiers of World War 2
The war years of 1939 to 1945 were filled with romance amid pain and suffering. During World War II many women arranged wartime weddings within a few days to accommodate a boyfriend coming home on a 24 hour leave, before being sent to combat. Frequently there was no time to get a special dress andContinue reading “50 Amazing Vintage Photos Showing Wartime Weddings of Soldiers of World War 2”
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