35 Vintage Found Photos Show What People Wore in the 1930s

Fashion in the 1930s was characterized by elegance, glamour, and sophistication. Women's fashion included bias-cut dresses that accentuated the natural curves of the body, often made of luxurious fabrics like silk or satin. Hemlines were typically longer, reaching the mid-calf or ankle. Accessories like gloves, hats, and jewelry were popular to complete the look.

For men, suits were the norm, with wide lapels and high-waisted trousers. Double-breasted suits were fashionable, and pinstripes were a common pattern. Hats, such as fedoras or flat caps, were essential accessories, and shoes were typically polished and well-crafted.

Overall, the style of the 1930s reflected the influence of Hollywood glamour and the desire for sophistication despite the economic challenges of the Great Depression. These vintage photos were found by Alex Clymans that show what people wore in the 1930s.

Place De Brouckère in Brussels, Belgium, circa 1930s

Boulevard Anspach, Brussels, Belgium, circa 1930s

Antwerp, March 13, 1932

Albert Cans children, June 1939

Boulevard Anspach, Brussels, Belgium, June 1938

Boulevard Anspach, Brussels, Belgium, Sunday March 12, 1933 at 10-30 am

Brussels Exhibition, Belgium, 1935

Cinquantenaire, Brussels, Belgium, July 1939

Congo-Belge, circa 1930s

Couple with motorcycle, circa 1930s

Engagement, 1938

Family "on her 31" in the 1930s

Family visit - the vegetable garden tour, circa 1930s

Father and daughter on Boulevard Adolphe Max in Brussels, Belgium, 1939

Five ice cream for four, circa 1930s

Grand-Place, Sint-Truiden, Belgium, 1939

Group portrait, August 1938

In the Parc de Forets, Brussels, Belgium, circa 1930s

Liège Exhibition, Belgium, 1939

Look a little off the hook, circa 1930s

Mother and daughter in the early 1930s

On the balanced ball, La Panne, Belgium, July 12, 1936

On the boulevards in Brussels, Belgium, circa 1930s

On the boulevards in Brussels, Belgium, circa 1930s

Place De Brouckère in Brussels, Belgium, May 3, 1937

Place De Brouckère in Brussels, Belgium, May 22, 1938

Portrait of a couple in the 1930s

Portrait of a couple in the 1930s

Portrait of a couple, November 28, 1934

Portrait of a young woman, circa 1930s

Portrait with rose bush, circa 1930s

The bridge of Avignon, circa 1930s

The Meuse, Belgium in the 1930s

Two lovers on a walk, 1936

Young woman with bicycle, 1935