Space-age style.

Space-age style.

The Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union in the 1950s-60s brought nuclear bomb drills to elementary schools and a race to dominate space and be the first to reach the moon. This competitive science had a heavy influence on the fashion and jewelry of those periods.
A poster from the Sci Fi movie destination moon.
Hanna-Barbera's The Jetsons TV cartoon
Hanna-Barber's The Jetsons TV cartoon ran from 1962-63.

 

The Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union in the 1950s-60s brought nuclear bomb drills to elementary schools and a race to dominate space and be the first to reach the moon. This competitive science had a heavy influence on the fashion and jewelry of those periods.

Vintage 1950s Coro space cuff

A mid 1950s Coro cuff available on this website.

This galactic vibe could be seen in everything from space-patterned fabrics to jewelry. And wearing a space-themed piece can make any outfit look out-of-this-world.