Dance of the Decades is coming soon! But do you have your outfit yet? Even if you have no time to swing by the thrift shop, you can still have an amazing retro outfit by this Saturday! Check out this guide to last minute outfits made with pieces you already have in your closet!
1. Rosie the Riveter
Channel classic 1940’s girl-power with this simple Rosie the Riveter look. Pair a denim top with jeans or overalls, pop on some lace-up boots, and tie your hair up in a red bandana.
http://vidafashionista.com/diy-rosie-the-riveter/
2. 50s Bad Girl
Rock a 50’s bad girl look with an off-the-shoulder top tucked into high-waisted leggings topped off with a leather jacket. Accessorize your look with a red lip, curled hair, and statement heels.https://www.twistmepretty.com/halloween-tutorial-sandy-from-grease/
3. 50s School Girl
Class it up with this classic staple. Tuck a simple button-up into a circle skirt and layer a cardigan on top. Add accessories like a scarf, headband, or pearls and top it off with a red lip and curled hair.
http://www.lovebirdsvintage.co.uk/2018/02/outfit-maddy-about-you.html
4. Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn with this Breakfast at Tiffany’s look. Start with a little black dress, accessorized with a string of pearls, black gloves, and a sleek up-do.
http://www.saradujour.me/2015/11/breakfast-at-tiffanys-halloween-costume/
5. 60s Beatnik
Break out the bongos and your best beat poems for this look. Pair a striped black and white top with some black high-waisted capris or cuffed pants. Add a silk scarf around your neck and a beret on your head and you’re ready to go!
http://amylouwalton.blogspot.com/2010/10/that-is-one-cool-cat-man.html
6. Flower Child
Get groovy with this super versatile 70s look! Pair a retro graphic tee or your favorite tie dye top with wide legged jeans. Finish off the look with an over-sized hat or a simple headband.
https://matethelabel.com/pages/lovesick-blues
7. 80s Workout
Let’s get physical with this flashy 80s staple! Pop an oversized athletic tee over a sports bra and legging; add thigh socks or leg warmers and your favorite athletic shoe, and remember the brighter the better!
http://www.brintonstudios.com/blog/costume-engagement-session-at-the-manor-house/
8. 90s Grunge
Blast some Nirvana and pull out some plaid to get into character for a classic 1990’s grungy look. Pair a dark flannel top with ripped jeans. Top off the outfit with some Doc Martins, a choker, a dark lip, and a bad attitude.
http://www.ftbhated.com/2013/02/in-utero.html
9. 90s Prep
Whether you’re feeling Cher Horowitz or Rachel Green, the 90’s preppy look is always a classic. Pair a plaid skirt with a button-up or high-necked sweater. Accessorize with thigh-high socks and a headband.
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10. Futuristic Space Gal
Jump to the year 3000 with a funky futuristic look! Pair a metallic or holographic top with a miniskirt or leggings and create an avant-garde hairstyle and makeup look to match.