Identifying maxi dresses by decade

Do youknow the difference between a 30s inspired dress and a 50s one?
Now I do, after this post

That guide helps you i.d. vintage dresses, but it can also help you think about which styles you like best in your current shopping.

I am not a huge fan of maxi dresses, especially on short, curvy girls like myself, but there are some silhouettes that do work.

The high-waisted 50s shape and a low V neck usually do the elongating trick for me.