1960s styles for modern gals

June 6, 2011 at 7:27PM
January Jones as Betty in "Mad Men."
January Jones as Betty Draper in "Mad Men" shows off her shape with a tight-wasted dress with a full skirt. Pearls finish the look. (AMC/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

In "Fashion File: Advice, Tips and Inspiration From the Costume Designer of 'Mad Men,'" Janie Bryant talks about how to adapt 1960s style to current wardrobes. Here are some of her picks:

SEXY SHEATH

This body-skimming dress hugs the bust and hips and is ideal on hourglass figures.

CIGARETTE PANTS

Preferably in black, these flat-front, slim-cut pants that taper at the ankle are more elegant and wearable than capris.

SHIRTWAIST DRESS

Choose a classic tailored style with a nipped waist and full skirt.

TWIN SET

A cashmere shell and matching cardigan are day-wear essentials.

STRING OF PEARLS

Jackie Kennedy often wore a luminous pearl necklace, and many women owned them in varying lengths and styles. Brooches, too, were an accessory staple for sweaters, jackets and dresses.

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