Let us go down memory lane, how did it start or where did fashion
begin.
1600s Fashion (Where It All Started)
Fashion in the period 1600-1650 in Western European clothing is characterized by the disappearance of the ruff in favor of broad lace or linen collars. For women, the wide, high-waistline look of the previous period was gradually superseded by a long vertical line.
1700s Fashion
Many women in the early 1700's did not own more than about 2-4 outfits. Their clothing would usually be made of wool or linen and would all be hand sewn. The styles of the times dictated that elbows and knees be covered at all times.
1800s Fashion
Fashion in the 1800s had a certain kind of charm about itself. Fashion in the 1800s has been a source of inspiration to many creative minds. Women typically wore dresses that were floor-length, during the day as well as at night. Dresses Clothing for men, those who belonged to affluent families wore garments that had excessive detailing.
1900s-1990 Fashion
After the Civil War, grooming and tailoring improved. More variety could be seen in men and women's clothing. Women's skirts became narrower and appeared to be more cone-shaped than bell-shaped. Coats were worn on various occasions. In 1900's fashion, men had different coats for different times of the day as well as for different events. The grunge look was prominent in the 1990s. This was highly influenced by grunge music that became quite popular during this time period.
Charles Frederick Worth Charles F, was born in England in 1825, his father went bankrupt and deserted the family when Worth was very young, so his mother took a job as a housekeeper to a relative. Worth moved to Paris where he worked doing what he had done in London - selling fabrics and accessories. One of the models was Marie Vernet and she and Worth often worked together. They were married and she became the mother of his two sons. Worth designed some simple and elegant gowns for Marie to wear while she showed the shawls and cloaks to prospective customers. Some of the customers noted the attractive gowns and their perfect fit and asked if Worth would make some for them. Worth was the first fashion designer to create clothes. (Johnson 2014)
Fashion in the period 1600-1650 in Western European clothing is characterized by the disappearance of the ruff in favor of broad lace or linen collars. For women, the wide, high-waistline look of the previous period was gradually superseded by a long vertical line.
1700s Fashion
Many women in the early 1700's did not own more than about 2-4 outfits. Their clothing would usually be made of wool or linen and would all be hand sewn. The styles of the times dictated that elbows and knees be covered at all times.
1800s Fashion
Fashion in the 1800s had a certain kind of charm about itself. Fashion in the 1800s has been a source of inspiration to many creative minds. Women typically wore dresses that were floor-length, during the day as well as at night. Dresses Clothing for men, those who belonged to affluent families wore garments that had excessive detailing.
1900s-1990 Fashion
After the Civil War, grooming and tailoring improved. More variety could be seen in men and women's clothing. Women's skirts became narrower and appeared to be more cone-shaped than bell-shaped. Coats were worn on various occasions. In 1900's fashion, men had different coats for different times of the day as well as for different events. The grunge look was prominent in the 1990s. This was highly influenced by grunge music that became quite popular during this time period.
Charles Frederick Worth Charles F, was born in England in 1825, his father went bankrupt and deserted the family when Worth was very young, so his mother took a job as a housekeeper to a relative. Worth moved to Paris where he worked doing what he had done in London - selling fabrics and accessories. One of the models was Marie Vernet and she and Worth often worked together. They were married and she became the mother of his two sons. Worth designed some simple and elegant gowns for Marie to wear while she showed the shawls and cloaks to prospective customers. Some of the customers noted the attractive gowns and their perfect fit and asked if Worth would make some for them. Worth was the first fashion designer to create clothes. (Johnson 2014)
http://ephemeral-elegance.tumblr.com/post/107616189437/its-time-for-friday-fashion-fact-and-today-is [Accessed July 2015]
[Accessed 29 July 2015]
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