Kids' Clothing in the Late 1950s
Children's clothes in the late 1950s were fashions that were more casual and often influenced by Hollywood stars. Style differences between teenagers and younger children became more noticeable because of teenage preferences for clothing that was more mature and distinctive.
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Little Boys
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The clothing for younger boys was short trouser shorts, knee socks and leather shoes. Older boys rejected these clothes as being immature. Both younger and older boys wore athletic shorts for sports and summer outdoor activities.
Little Girls
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Little girls wore short dresses of gingham, cotton or wool, depending on the weather. They wore white socks and patent leather shoes. Coveralls, jumpers or overalls were used for play times. Colors were light pastels. Patterns were checks, plaids and florals. Light organdy and taffeta were used in more formal clothes. The fabric polyester made its debut in the 1950s for both formal and informal clothing.
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Teenagers
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Boys older than 10 wore blue jeans or long trousers. Teens followed Hollywood trends set by stars such as James Dean in rejecting formal wear for younger children such as dress shorts. Long slacks, white shirts and ties were formal wear for older boys. Teenage girls wore petticoats underneath flared poodle skirts or skirts that were embroidered on the side. They wore white turned-up socks and leather saddle shoes.
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