Babydoll
The babydoll is a nightgown shape that came into fashion in 1956. It was named after the main character of the same name in the American film Baby Doll - Desire not the other woman from 1956. In contrast to the film name, the bound spelling has become commonplace for the item of clothing.
Back then, a babydoll was a very light pajama for women. It consisted of short bloomers and a wide, loose and slightly A-shaped top with short puffed sleeves.
In 1957, the babydoll made the move from pajamas to everyday dresses. The couturier Jacques Griffe gave the nightgown a few centimeters more length, which turned the shirt into a short dress.
Today, the babydoll only refers to the airy top. Its shape has remained essentially unchanged. It consists of slightly offset cups at the top, while the lower part is cut like a skirt.
Babydolls are often decorated with ruffles or lace and are monochrome (pastel pink, light yellow, white or black). Fabrics such as silk or chiffon are used as material .