subject: A 50s Party Was Never Like Yours With The Coolest Party Invitations And Supplies [print this page] A 50s party is all about the music from the 1950's as well as the attire. Bobby socks, skirts at mid-calf, and saddle shoes pretty much make up the dress trend of that time. Poodle skirts and tight sweaters were also popular during this time. So, it would be a great idea for the 50s party to be a costume party, as well.
Be sure to indicate the costume requirements in the 50s party invitations. Boys also wore saddle shoes, and white tee shirts which served as the holder of a pack of cigarettes in the shoulder of the sleeve. And their hair was greased down in a D.A. Some people will ask what is appropriate to wear for the 1950's party, so be sure to be ahead of the game and have several outfits in mind to let them in on.
The 50s party supplies should also reflect the time gone by called the 1950's. Vinyl records might decorate the walls, along with polka dots, and pictures of muscle cars. Movies like Beach Blanket B.i.n.g.o. with Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon can be playing in the background against the wall.
A beach might be an ideal site for a 50s party. Old time bathing suits, for instance the very first so-called bikinis, with polka dots or stripes would be appropriate. Ponytails and headbands, flat souled sneakers and dangling earrings will complete the look. There were no Speedos for the guys, so they'll have to settle for boxer style bathing suits, maybe in plaid or striped. Grease back that hair and the look is complete.
The food hasn't changed much from the 1950s to present, but the way people eat has changed somewhat. For the purposes of this party, that really doesn't matter. Serve those fatty burgers right off the grill and really get into it. Fries and macaroni salad are great sides to accompany the burgers.
Trivia games about the 1950s might be played as the party winds down, or after the lunch. Granted, the amount of knowledge that a guest has about this time period will depend on their age. People in their sixties today might know more of the answers than the younger crowd. But even the youngsters might surprise you. There might be questions about classic television shows like Leave It To Beaver and I Love Lucy. Many generations afterwards have watched these episodes and will know many answers to trivia questions about TV shows way back then.
