Rockabilly

aka 50s Revival, Greaser

established

"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

68

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

Black
Red
White

Secondary Colors

Navy
Cherry red

Accent Colors

Polka dots
Gingham

Key Brands

Schott
heritagecore
Collectif
indiecore
Vintage stores
indiecore

Materials

DenimLeatherCottonPolka dots

Cultural Context

Nostalgia for 1950s rebellion, hot rod culture, vintage Americana, retro romance

Associated Music

RockabillyPsychobilly50s rock and roll

Core Relationships

Influenced By

1950s Americana
Greaser culture

Influences

Elvis Presley
Grease
Pin-up culture

Sub-Cores

Psychobilly
Neo-Rockabilly

Related Cores

Pin-up
Vintage
Last updated: January 17, 2026