The 1950s were not just about the formalities of fashion but also marked the beginning of a casual clothing revolution. With fabric prices dropping, men had the luxury of expanding their wardrobes ...

Claudia Lou, 21, has always adored the old movies and has always been a fan of the feminine style of clothing. Now she boasts a wardrobe of more than 100 dresses - including an original 1950s prom gow ...

Vintage clothing is a popular choice for Americans ... From left: Shannon wears the 1950s coat; and looks inside a pocket. From left: Shannon wears the 1950s coat; and looks inside a pocket.

Reinventing the past In the early 2010s, the 1950s high waist made a bold comeback ... In Europe, bright coloured shorts and clothing in Aztec or camouflage prints were summer must-haves.

Meet the teen fashionista obsessed with all things vintage - who loves wearing 1950s dresses, crocheting and refuses to have a TV in her room. Mia Rayne, 13, has always loved to dress in feminine ...

In recent years, there has been an increase in the wearing of local prints, predominantly on days like Fridays, and in special instances like throughout March in celebration of Ghana Month.