Resources Building your 1940's Civilian Impression A period civilian impression is perhaps the easiest impression to start with, but can be just as involved as a military impression. Women in the 1940's were true ladies when it came to style, right down to the matching shoes, gloves, handbag, and sweetheart pin. With rationing throwing a wrench into popular styles of the day, women found ways to improvise and adapt to continue to look their best.   Hair Styles   Makeup   1940's Fashions   Accessories   Sweetheart Jewlery