History Wardrobe presents… FABULOUS FIFTIES

Step into the stylish world of the 1950s, where Horrockses became the last word in effortless chic. Renowned for beautifully crafted cotton dresses that combined elegance with practicality, Horrockses was adored by women from all walks of life – from Lancashire mill workers to royalty. So beloved was the label that Queen Elizabeth II packed a wardrobe of Horrockses dresses for her landmark 1953–54 Commonwealth Tour, proving that great style could travel seamlessly from garden parties to the global stage. 

But behind the polished image of the decade lay a very different reality. For many women, everyday life revolved around housework, duty and domestic expectations. Can fashion work its magic? 

Armed with bullet bras, swishing petticoats and a healthy dose of vintage beauty wisdom, the Two Lucys of History Wardrobe embark on a fabulous 1950s makeover. Watch as they transform from apron-clad homemakers into dazzling glamour queens in a lively, witty and eye-opening celebration of post-war style. 

Featuring stunning original fashions, fascinating social history and, of course, a fabulous parade of Horrockses style frocks, this entertaining presentation reveals how fashion helped shape the dreams, aspirations and identities of a generation. 

From the creators of Housewife at War and Fashion Revolution.