Fashion in the USA in the 21st century

Introduction Fashion has always played an important part in our life. We can hardly imagine modern life without it. On the one hand, it`s a good opportunity to express yourself and boast new fashionable clothes. On the other hand, fashion can be interpreted as a number of styles and trends excepted at the definite period of time. My work is called “Fashion trends and styles in the USA in the 21st century. What is American fashion? Are American designers popular all over the world? Here are some questions I`ve focused on in the work.

Aims and tasks The main aim of my work was to research as much as possible information about fashion trends and styles in the USA today. The main tasks were: ▪ to study, collect the most interesting materials concerning fashion in in the USA ▪ to determine the role of fashion in the life of Americans ▪ to reflect Americans` attitude to fashion

Outline 1 Introduction 2 The origin of the first American fashion 3 Developing of “American individualism” in fashion 4 American fashion today New York Fashion Week Fashion trends and styles 1 Preppy style 2 Western style 5 American fashion designers 6 Michelle Obama`s a style icon 7 Conclusion 8 Literature

Fashion quotes People have told me about organized crime in the fashion industry, but I can`t talk about that . I`m looking to stay alive. Calvin Klein Today, fashion is really about sensuality-how a woman feels on the inside. Women are now more comfortable with themselves –they no longer feel the need to hide behind their clothes. Donna Karan

Modern fashion is impossible without them

New York Fashion Week New York Fashion Week is a very important event In the world fashion industry. The first New York Fashion Week was held in 1943.

April New York Fashion Week 2012. Summer trends

Preppy Style Choose bright colours and look preppy! ▪ Oxford shirts ▪ grey golfs ▪ polo ▪ ties ▪ shirts and dresses

Calvin Klein`s collection in April New York Fashion Week

Michelle Obama`s a style icon Would you like to look like Michelle Obama? Don`t forget about these tips: ▪ Choose a simple cut. The simpler, the better. ▪ Dress the cashmere cardigan ▪ Don`t forget about little black dress ▪ Draw your attention to a hairstyle and makeup.

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