The Modern Day 50's Housewife

I love the 50's, and the 60's for that matter! But there is something about the 50's I simply love, well there are a few things I love about the 50's! First of all I LOVE the fashion, it is just pretty, flattering and feminine. From full skirts and heels to pretty florals and blouses I love bringing 50's flare into my wardrobe when I can. I also love the house style and decor! As a new Bride to be I have been looking forward to soon being able to decorate and design my future home. I absolutely ADORE that "Mid Century Modern" look and I want my future little home to be inspired by that style. And lastly I love how women in the 50's took pride in looking after themselves, their home and their Husband!

Today in the day and age we live in I feel we have lost this desire of wanting to take care of the things in our lives. Everything is "Instant Gratification" and we have that mind set of " oh, I can always get another one". In the 50's things were made to last and have a purpose! I thoroughly enjoy going to antique stores and vintage shops and finding things for my future little home from this era. They are just so sweet and beautiful. I also think as women we have lost the art of taking care of ourselves! Ladies, take the time to put your best foot forward everyday, wether you are going out grocery shopping or out to dinner! Many women today say they shouldn't have to "dress for the MAN" and ok yes I agree with that to a point but what about dressing for YOURSELF!?? I don't care what people say, when you take the time to dress so that you look put together, you feel so much better about yourself, and feeling better about yourself effects how your day plays out! Always put you best foot forward ladies because "you never know when you are going to see your future love or an old enemy." And finally, I said earlier that women in the 50's took pride in taking care of their husbands. Now in todays world I feel we have swung so far the other way. Girls are told today that they don't need a man or husband, and again I agree with this statement to a point. Yes, Women don't NEED a man to be happy or to have purpose in their life. But if God has given you the blessing of having a husband, we as women/wives need to take pride in looking after them, caring for them and loving on them. Now ladies I am not saying that you shouldn't share your thoughts opinions and concerns or not have a voice, because you should. But I am saying there should be a balance! Be that strong modern day woman but also have that sweet, caring "50's housewife" side to you as well. Don't ever take yourself, your home or you Husband for granted, take pride in them.

Like I said, as I am a new bride to be my goal is to be a "modern day 50's housewife"