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1960–1969

1960s Wiggle Dress

Form-fitting sheath dress with a narrow hem that restricts stride. The quintessential pin-up silhouette of the 1950s, popularized by Marilyn Monroe and cinema fashion.

How to Identify an Authentic 1960s Wiggle Dress

Extremely narrow hem width — often 14–16 inches at hem

Look for kick pleat or slit at back hem to allow movement

Boned or structured bodice in quality examples

Metal side or back zipper; fully lined in quality pieces

Wiggle Dress Across Other Eras

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