1940 Colors Dress Ensembles And here it is! A little 1940's glamour for your evening: A formal gown in the classic Grecian style popular between 1941 1947. This peacock teal evening gown is what I ( A 1940s Fashion History Lesson: Wartime Utility Suits, the New Look, and More Trends of the Decade Vogue Homecoming dress style 1940 in red or blue 1940's Style Shirtwaist Dress Green Gingham Von Mode Vintage 1940s LOVELY Party Evening Dress and Wrap Pattern SIMPLICITY 2830 Strapless or Straps Sundress or Evening Length with Cape, Bust 32 Vintage Sewing Pattern FACTORY FOLDED