Retro Stage

From structured silhouettes to colorful bikinis, swimwear through the decades has reflected shifts in fashion, unique cultural influences, and the evolution of feminine expression. At Retro Stage, these classic styles are not only alive, but thriving in our comprehensive swimwear collection! You can explore a huge variety of vintage swimsuits ranging from the 1930s to the 1980s and make a splash in true vintage charm. The 1930s: Modest Seaside Glamour Women’s swimwear in the 1930s was just starting to break...

The 1950s were a decade marked by optimism and economic prosperity. With World War II having come to an end, people around the world were looking towards a much brighter future. Rations and draft sign-ups were replaced with a rising consumer culture and a focus on leading quiet, peaceful lives in the suburbs, most notably in the US. In other words, the sociocultural landscape was gearing up for a big shift—and fashion was at the center of it all. Influences...

Every Barbie girl knows that “thinking pink” doesn’t just stop at wearing a color. These days, pink has become a symbol of strength, playfulness, and confidence in one’s femininity. Thanks to the release of the 2023 movie Barbie, both the color pink and vintage fashion have been making a steady comeback, with ladies all over the world using their creativity to blend classic 20th-century glamour with modern feminine sensibilities. Today, we’ll be walking you through some of the fundamentals of this...