Fashion is always changing. Fashion changes and evolves with society and economy. Fashion is an expression of society and people are constantly influenced by current events. This is how fashion has evolved over the past century.
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The 1910s
Soft, flexible dresses were the prevailing style at this time. Women’s clothing was also less sophisticated because they were shorter for movement and easier work.
The 1920s
This period is dominated by jazz, which has a profound influence on fashion and culture. Women are more open to expressing themselves in fashion and in their daily lives. This was the time for menswear, tomboy. The “flapper” style was for women and eliminates the curves of the natural world. These included short hairstyles, feather boas, and headbands. Men wore dandy suits and suspenders, as well as bowler hats. The jazz fashion of the 20s has had a huge influence on the world’s fashion industry.
The 1930s
The feminine image was a big hit in this decade. Although the lines were simple, the effect was feminine with soft curves and a flattering waist, large sleeves and skirts that flared slightly at the ankle, and blouses with large sleeves. Marlene Dietrich was the style icon of this era, with her long wide trousers.
The 1940s
Fashion was drastically changed by World War II. Women had to be creative and often made their own clothes because there was not enough material. To save money, they made new clothes from old clothes. The clothes were particularly figure-hugging. This period’s fashion was simple, practical, and stylish. This style is still popular to this day.
The 1950s
Style in the 1950s was a reflection of people’s joy after a war. It was a time for fashion evolution. Christian Dior introduced the New Look collection in 1947. The New Look collection was a huge success, featuring tight blouses, large-sized petticoats, and knee-length flared shorts. Tweed jackets, which were also considered the “fashion revolution” by Coco Chanel and dominated fashion trends for women in the 1950s, also reflect the fashion of the 50s.
1960s
Protest movements were a hallmark of this decade. People remember this decade for their resistance to social norms and the counterculture. This is when fashion trends explode.
Mary Quant’s mini skirt was one of the most memorable pieces of fashion in the 60s. The mini skirt was a popular trend, as well as the controversial miniskirt. Women’s clothing was made from new materials like shiny PVC, acrylics, and polyesters. Fashion-wise, this period is a time of conflict between the old and new.
The 1970s
This was a time when everyone had their own style and expressed themselves through clothing culture. Fashion was very diverse. The 1970s were renowned for activism and the rise of the hippie movement. This time, the clothing was colorful. Bell bottoms were still a popular trend. Flared pants with flat heels were also popular at this time. Trends included jumpsuits, V necks, tunics, and simple super-short trousers.
The 1980s
The 80s were influenced heavily by punk rock, heavy metal, and rap music. Many fashion trends are thriving during this period. The most important clothing trends include sports pants, padded shoulder tops and jean jackets. Metallic outfits are also a popular trend in this era, including high-gloss flared pants featuring camisole collars, oversized tops, midi skirts with sleek mini skirts, glittering jewelry, and polished jeans.
The 1990s
This is the era of genderless fashion and diversity, as well as breaking all rules. Fashion was influenced greatly by popular culture. Punk, grunge, and hip-hop became fashion statements around the globe. This influence led to common fashion trends in the 90s such as ripped blue jeans and untucked flannel.
The 2000s
This period saw a mix of different fashion trends. This includes a fusion of vintage styles, international ethnic clothing, and fashions from many sub-cultures based on music. The futuristic appeal of Y2K fashion was the catalyst for this decade. Low-rise pants for men, baggy cargo pants for women, and cowl-neck shirts, cropped coats…for girls were all the rage. Tracksuits, which were popular in the 80s, returned to fashion in the 2000s. Fast fashion is also on the rise.
The 2010s
This decade is all about representing different subcultures. The synthesis of styles from different eras is the world’s fashion trend. Everyone can wear anything from streetwear hip-hop to modern fashion. Vintage fashion is very popular. Many of the 1950s-style poodle skirts were repurposed during this period. 1960s style skinny jeans, tunics, midi and maxi skirts, motorcycle jackets. 1970s style of gypsy blouses and palazzo pants. Bell-bottom style pants. 1980s fashion: T-shirts with blazers and padded gilets. Leggings. The grunge style that was popular in the late 80s/90s made a comeback in this decade.
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