Fifties was the era of rock and roll and a 50s costume is such a great idea for a themed fancy dress party. Adults in particular will like this type of party. The costumes are really easy to design and a 50s party is really loads of fun to plan. The 50s were about dancing, wide skirts for women, turn up pants for men, lovely hairstyles, cat eyeglasses, aprons, jelly, shoes and socks and of course, wonderful music. Women looked prim and proper but always had a tinkle in their eye, their shirts were well fitted and even sexy, and men looked dapper. Milkshakes were big, as were big bowls of punch, and everyone loved the polaroid camera. You can decorate the table with old fashioned crockery and cutlery, buy plates and cups online that are fifties theme, and use colours like pink and blue. If you can play music on a record player, or get a DJ who can play vinyl, even better.
The fifties and diners
The diner becomes a thing in the fifties and the costumes often feature the kind of clothing that one would wear to a diner, or that one would wear behind the diner counter, i.e. the staff. There was always a juke box, which you could hire if you have the budget, and you can serve delicious ice creams or milkshakes. Get an ice-cream stand, or serve ice-cream piled up high, decorated as a flashy Sundae. Invitations can be rock and roll (remember Elvis) or decorated with diner images. And definitely find someone who can take photos of the guests using the polaroid camera, and give them the photos straight away.
Fifties parties are fabulous. If you don’t have the clothes that are appropriate, order 50s costume from an online store for better prices. Remember the emphasis is on fun.
