Moreso than coifed hair, red lipstick, and the poodle skirt, one trend came to define the '50s and '60s: Bullet bras. Whether you were Marilyn Monroe or simply loved her films, these undergarments were all the rage during these iconic eras — just take a look at these lovely ladies.
From Elizabeth Taylor to magazine ads, here are 14 '50s and '60s women who hid traffic cones in their bras.
1
Julie Newmar
The Catwoman icon strikes a pose in the iconic accessory.
2
Model A Model
Is that a waffle cone in your bra or are you just happy to see me?
3
Triangle ta-tas
Talk about big un-naturals …
4
Yvonne Craig
From Catwoman to Batgirl, these iconic undergarments ruled the ‘50s and ‘60s.
5
A Maidenform Maiden
This advertisement appeared in ‘Ladies' Home Journal’ in December, 1960
6
Bullet Baddie
The more conical, the better.
7
Marilyn Monroe and Maria Callas
The trend even made an appearance during the actress’ iconic rendition of “Happy Birthday” for then-president John F. Kennedy.
8
Janet Leigh
There’s nothing ‘Psycho’ about how well this Hollywood icon rocked this trend.
9
June Wilkinson
The English model’s Hollywood snaps proved this trend was popular across the pond, too.
10
All American Girl
From the silver screen to the streets of cities across the nation, this trend was truly one to beat.
11
Elizabeth Taylor
Though the actress may have had seven husbands, it’s unclear how many bullet bras she owned.
12
Jayne Mansfield
The actress and model was no stranger to this unique undergarment.
13
Martha Hyer
The Hyer the bullet bras, the closer to God.
14
Fasten your seatbelt …
… and hook your bra.
