Rockabilly
aka 50s Revival, Greaser
"1950s rebellion frozen in time"
Revival of 1950s rock and roll aesthetic. Combines vintage Americana with rebellious attitude through pompadours and pin-up style.
Atmosphere
The sensory world of Rockabilly
Diners, car shows, dance halls, vintage garages
Philosophy
Honor the past, rebel in style, authenticity matters
Who Lives Here
The character archetypes that embody Rockabilly
The Greaser
The Pin-up
The Hot Rod Enthusiast
What It Rejects
Rockabilly exists in opposition to:
Modern trends
Digital culture
Disposable fashion
Daily Rituals
The practices and behaviors that define this way of living
Car shows
Swing dancing
Pompadour maintenance
Vintage hunting
Origin
Emerged as musical genre in 1950s, became fashion subculture in 1970s-80s revival, sustained through dedicated communities.
Era
1950s (Original), 1970s-Present (Revival)
Regions
Southern US, UK, Global vintage communities
Trend Score
Key Elements
Key Garments
- •Rolled jeans
- •Leather jackets
- •Pompadour hairstyles
- •Pin-up dresses
- •Saddle shoes
- •Bandanas
- •High-waisted shorts
- •Bowling shirts
Silhouettes
- •Fitted
- •50s Silhouettes
- •Pin-up
Color Palette
1950s diner palette of Americana
Primary Colors
Secondary Colors
Accent Colors
Key Brands
Materials
Cultural Context
Nostalgia for 1950s rebellion, hot rod culture, vintage Americana, retro romance