The Circle Skirt
In the early 1950’s, the world was breathing freely the fresh air of post-war modernism. Women’s kitchens had made cooking faster, which made entertaining much more common, and gave women more time to relax and enjoy life. The free flowing lifestyle demanded a change in clothing that was less restrictive and “stuffy”. In swirls the circle skirt.
Think of Audrey Hepburn in “Roman Holiday”…
The circle skirt emphasized the feminine shape with a narrow waist that flared outward. It pretty much was a huge circle with a hole in the middle, which gave it lots of texture and flair.
Even patterns used the Audrey Hepburn look to illustrate their design:
You can still find patterns for circle skirts and dresses that are authentic to the era, or you can buy original vintage circle skirts and dresses. Personally, I really think this classic look still has a place in today’s fashion, simply because it’s whimsical, comfortable, and pretty!
