35 Fabulous '50s Decade Halloween Costumes That Are Nifty And Hip!
The fabulous '50s was an era of sock hops, rock and roll, diners and drive-in theaters. It was a fun and memorable decade with iconic fashion styles that make it easy to identify the time period. If you are looking for a hip Halloween costume, you will want to settle in on this decade. Whether you are looking for something hot or wholesome, the 50s styles have you covered.
Get the look of a famous movie star of the '50s like Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe or James Dean. Or, simply dress like the teens of the time with poodle skirts, greaser jackets or nerdy short pants with suspenders. The movie Grease and the TV show Happy Days really depict the times and there are lots of memorable costumes available from the shows.
Even occupations of the '50s had definite looks that are fun to replicate. Whether an airline stewardess, car hop waitress, housewife or milkman, there are fun costume choices for each. Check out this list of 35 '50s Halloween costume ideas that you can purchase to get the perfect look for your party.
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Best '50s Halloween Costume Ideas
1. Rubie's Costume Fabulous 50's Polka Dot Sock Hop Girl Costume, $49.80 on Amazon
Take your shoes off and dance around in your bobby socks with this fun sock hop party costume. The cheerful polka dot pattern of the skirt will definitely put a smile on your face.
2. ZEZCLO Women's Retro Poodle Print Skater Dress Vintage High Waist Rockabilly Swing Tee Cocktail Party Dresses, $35.99 on Amazon
Poodle skirts were all the rage in the 50s which makes this party dress a perfect costume for that decade. It comes in a variety of colors including different shades of blue, purple, green, yellow and pink.
3. Adult Women 1950s Pink Satin Costume Jacket with Neck Scarf Girls Lady Halloween Cosplay Fancy Dress Up Props, $21.99 on Amazon
From the movie Grease, the pink ladies were a group of ultra cool girls and this jacket symbolizes that the wearer is a girlfriend of a T-Bird member.
4. Co-Greaser Jacket Costume for Adults, $37.46 on Amazon
This greaser jacket was made popular from the T-birds group on Grease and the character Fonzie from Happy Days.
5. Rubie's Costume Fabulous 50's Carhop Girl Costume, $31.46 on Amazon
Dish up some Halloween treats in this fun costume! Carhop girls were popular in the 50s and would wait on customers right in their cars.
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6. California Costumes Women's Hot Rod Honey Sexy 50's Pin-Up Costume, $22.00 on Amazon
A hot look for any party, this pin-up girl costume will be sure to turn some heads.
7. Morph Costumes Elvis Jumpsuit, Halloween Costume Adult Men, $42.95 at Amazon
Elvis fans will love this one! What better way to celebrate the 50's decade than with the King of Rock and Roll?
8. fun shack Mens 50s Wig Adults 1950s Subculture Short Black Hair - One Size, $18.95 on Amazon
Take on the look of the popular style of men's hair of the 50s, called the pompadour, with this fun wig.
9. Adult Grease Bad Sandy Costume, $64.99 on Amazon
If you have a secret desire to be a little on the wild side, this bad girl Sandy costume could be just what you are looking for.
10. Flight Attendant Women's Costume, $34.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
A more conservative look for the 50s, this tailored flight attendant costume is a cute way to go.
Hollywood '50s Decade Halloween Costumes
11. Topdress Women's Vintage 1950's Polka Dot Audrey Hepburn Cocktail Dress, $33.99 on Amazon
Audrey Hepburn was an iconic actress of the '50s. She was all about glamour and this party dress reflects her style. Along with the polka dots, this dress also comes in several other fabric patterns as well.
12. Fun World Women's I Love Lucy Polka Dot Dress, $34.56 on Amazon
Whether you are a natural comedian or not, get in touch with your funny side with this I Love Lucy costume. It is sure to bring a few smiles to your costume party.
13. Marilyn Monroe Deluxe White Halter Dress Costume, $28.30 on Amazon
Look like a Hollywood star by taking on the glamorous style of actress Marilyn Monroe. Famous in the 1950s, Marilyn starred in many films including Some Like It Hot.
14. Halloween Men's Deluxe Superman Costume Cosplay Bodysuit, $45.99 on Amazon
This comics hero, Superman, was one of the most popular superhero characters of the 1950s. Wear this costume and see how you can save the day!
15. James Dean Rebel Without a Cause Jacket, $44.99 on Amazon
Look like James Dean in Rebel Without A Cause by sporting this iconic red jacket. Just add a white tee shirt and blue jeans to get the full look.
Retro '50s Halloween Costumes
16. Deluxe Grease Rydell High Men's Letterman Sweater, $49.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
John Travolta, acting as Danny Zuko of Grease, wore this preppy letterman sweater in the final scene. Pair it with a black tee shirt and black jeans for the iconic look.
17. Women's Vintage Pin-Up Soldier Costume, $34.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
50's pin-up models featured women from all walks of life in sexy attire. Take on the look of a hot soldier with this 50's Halloween costume.
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18. Grease Gym Danny Costume, $34.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
Are you more comfortable in comfortable shorts and a tee shirt for a Halloween costume? This Rydell High School basketball uniform, from Grease, is a perfect costume to wear for comfort.
19. Grease Good Sandy Costume, $59.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
If you are a fan of Grease, you know that Sandy also had a good side. If a bad girl Sandy is too wild for you to wear, this more wholesome look might be just right.
20. Women's Sequin Sailor Costume, $49.99-$59.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
This sequined sailor costume of the 50s is a hot look that won't rock the boat.
21. Women's Grease Rydell High Cheerleader Costume, $58.73 at Walmart
This 50's cheerleader costume will keep you warm and comfortable. Although saddle shoes were the shoe of choice for cheerleaders in the 50s, white tennis shoes are comfortable to wear with this costume.
22. Silver Doo Wop Men's Adult 50s Singer Costume Accessory Jacket, $37.61 at Walmart
Doo Wop was a rhythm and blues or rock and roll style of music in the 50s that featured a singer and a few backup harmony singers. Rock the style with this glitzy singer costume.
23. Women's Alice Halloween Costume, $42.98 at Walmart
Since the movie, Alice In Wonderland, was so popular in the 50s, wearing this fun costume gives tribute to the main character.
24. GownTown 1950 Women Dress Midi Shirt Dress Cocktail Dress with Belt, $36.99 on Amazon
Be your own person of the 50's decade with a popular cocktail dress style of that decade.
Fun '50s Costumes for Halloween
25. Party City Neighborhood Nerd Halloween Costume Kit, $36.42 on Amazon
Among all of the cool, hip and fashionable people of the 50s were also the classic school nerds. Have fun with this and maybe add a pocket protector or two!
26. Inflatable Godzilla VS Kong Godzilla Adult Costume, $149.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com
Godzilla came out in the '50s and was a roaring success. This costume is perfect for those who don't want anyone to know who is sporting the costume.
27. Forum Novelties Women's 50's Housewife Costume, $38.82 on Amazon
The housewife of the 50s had a definite iconic look that was all prim and proper. Even if you aren't domesticated at all, you can play the part for a little Halloween trickery.
28. Smiffys Men's 50's College Jock Letterman Jacket, $25.17 on Amazon
Take on a collegiate look with this letterman jacket, which was popular in the 50s among the jocks.
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29. Women 50s 60s Vintage Sleeveless Cocktail Swing Dress 1950s Polka Dot Floral, $17.65 on Amazon
Get into the swing of things with this fashionable swing dress that was typically worn at cocktail parties during the 1950s.
30. Anchor MSJ Men's 50s Male Clothing Cotton Men Shirts Short Sleeve Vintage Fifties Bowling Casual Button-Down Shirts, $27.88 on Amazon
This retro bowling shirt hits a strike and would be a great choice to add to a pair of jeans and bowling shoes or sneakers.
31. Kella Milla Retro 50's Polka Dot Apron, $14.90 on Amazon
In the 1950s, the apron became fancier and was usually worn over a pretty dress. A vintage-style apron would be an easy choice to wear with your favorite dress.
32. Forum Novelties Men's 50's Milkman Costume, $39.99 on Amazon
Got milk? Then a milkman costume is just the ticket for your next Halloween party.
33. Belle Poque Women Summer Gingham Top 1950s Vintage Off Shoulder Blouse Tops, $21.99 on Amazon
Pair this 50's style gingham blouse with a pair of jeans or skirt for an easy Halloween costume that gives tribute to the decade.
34. Forum Novelties Women's Betty Lou 50's Diner Waitress Costume, $39.99 on Amazon
A diner dress costume is both cute and fun. Wear it with rollerskates if you dare!
35. Men's Mr. 50's Costume, $49.99 on Amazon
Have fun with this formal cocktail tux of the 50s. The costume will give you an air of dignity!
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