1. Fashion Through the Last 100 Years
Who and What has influenced fashion???

2. Historical events of the time
Trend: Feminine; hemlines were floor-length to above the ankle
Silhouette: Softer, fluid lines; straighter skirts, easy movement; corsets were no longer in fashion
Fabrics: Gossamer, silk
Colors: Pastels; vivid, bright, and bold colors made by new dyeing techniques
Designers: Paul Poiret, Jeanne Paquin
Historical events of the time
1910 – Ballets Russes perform in Paris, inspiring Asian-influenced harem pants, kimonos, and turbans (black and white photo)
1912 – Sinking of the Titanic (typical fashion worn by women at that time is shown above right)
– World War I; skirts rise to mid-calf, colors get darker and monochromatic, and clothes become practical for women to work in (bottom left picture)
1916 – First issue of Vogue

3. Historical events of the time
Trend: Sporty, athletic; short, bob hairstyle; sleeveless dresses; knee-length hemlines; high heels; cloche hats; costume jewelry
Silhouette: Straight lines; waist is lowered to hip on dresses; no defined waistline; diagonal hems
Fabrics: Cotton, knits, jersey, tweeds, fringe, beading
Colors: Bold color combinations; solid shades; geometric patterns
Designers: Coco Chanel, Jean Patou
Historical events of the time
1920 – Women are granted the right to vote, leading to more independence
1923 – Flapper style becomes popular when short skirts are necessary for dancing the Charleston
1926 – Coco Chanel creates the “little black dress” which becomes one of the most essential pieces in fashion
1929 – Stock market crashes, leading to the Great Depression

4. Historical events of the time
Trend: Feminine; menswear-inspired; mid-calf hemlines; sportswear; pant suits; backless gowns; wedge heels
Silhouette: Clean lines; cinched in waist; narrow hips; broad shoulders; triangular shape
Fabrics: Bias-cut; silk, gabardine, chiffon; pleats and draping
Colors: Muted colors and refined, elegant shades
Designers: Elsa Schiaparelli, Charles James
Historical events of the time
1930 – the Great Depression begins a time of hardship, bad economy, and unemployment
1931 – Empire State Building is completed, showcasing the trend of Art Deco design
1937 – Amelia Earhart vanishes (masculine style clothes are inspired by her)
1939 – World War II begins

5. Historical events of the time
Trend: Fabric shortage caused shorter hemlines; shirtdresses; thick heels; mix and match styles; military-look
Silhouette: A-line skirts; straight skirts; feminine shapes; square shoulders
Fabrics: Gingham, denim, mix and match patterns; using older clothes to make new clothes
Colors: Patriotic colors, navy, gray, and brown
Designers: Claire McCardell, Christian Dior
Historical events of the time
1940 – 1945 – Women work outside the home while men are fighting war; practical clothes are in style
1942 – T-shirt is introduced
1945 – World War II ends; women go back to being homemakers; housework-inspired clothes are in style
1946 – Bikinis are introduced

6. Historical events of the time
Trend: Retro fashion of the early 1900s; feminine; cocktail dresses; bolero jackets; pencil skirts; petticoat skirts; Capri pants; ballerina flats; stiletto heels; gloves
Silhouette: Hour glass shape; cinched in waist, flared skirt, soft shoulders
Fabrics: Taffeta, wools, gazar silk
Colors: Pastels, grays, muted shades and jewel tones
Designers: Valentino, Cristobal Balenciaga
Historical events of the time
1951 – Color TV is introduced
1954 – Chanel introduces her famous black collarless suit jacket and skirt with gold chain trim
1955 – Disneyland opens
1959 – Barbie is introduced

7. Historical events of the time
Trend: Early 60s – a-lines and pencil skirts, Jackie Kennedy style; Mid 60s – Mod, miniskirts; Late 60s – hippie, relaxed clothes
Silhouette: Straight line, waistless shift; trapeze dress; bell sleeves
Fabrics: Geometric patterns, cotton, jersey, wool, crochet
Colors: Pales, black, white, bright, bold, tie-dye, neon
Designers: Mary Quant, Pierre Cardin, Laura Ashley, Pucci
Historical events of the time
1963 – John F. Kennedy is assassinated ending Camelot era and Jackie Kennedy fashion
1964 – Beatles become popular in U.S., starting London style and Mod fashion
1969 – First man on moon; Woodstock sparks hippie fashion

8. Historical events of the time
Trend: Bell bottom pants; platform shoes; wrap dresses; gaucho pants; Annie Hall menswear look
Silhouette: A-line skirts; body- draping clothes; above-the-knee to mid-calf hemlines; softer shapes
Fabrics: Plaids, polyester, rayon, jersey, tweed, wool
Colors: Patriotic colors (honoring bicentennial); pastels; bright, shimmery satins; muted tweeds for work
Designers: Ralph Lauren, Halston, Gucci, Diane Von Furstenberg
Historical events of the time
1970 – Beatles break up
1973 – DVF creates first wrap dress
1975 – Microsoft founded
1977 – Star Wars premieres

9. Historical events of the time
Trend: Preppie look; pop music styles; retro fashion of the 1950s; cocktail dresses; acid wash jeans, designer jeans; big hair; balloon skirts; crop tops; exercise wear (bicycle shorts, legwarmers); ballerina flats; leggings; tunics; big sweaters; pumps
Silhouette: Bulky top with skinny bottom; shoulder pads; tight jeans; shorter hemlines; feminine 1950s hour glass shape
Fabrics: Taffeta, tulle, lycra, rayon, denim, sequins, knits
Colors: Neons, brights, jewel tones, bold, black
Designers: Donna Karan, Betsey Johnson, Perry Ellis, Calvin Klein
Historical events of the time
1981 – Royal Wedding of Lady Diana and Prince Charles
1982 – Michael Jackson releases Thriller
1986 – Chernobyl nuclear accident
1987 – Stock Market crashes
1989 – Berlin wall comes down

10. Historical events of the time
Trend: crop tops; baggy jeans; tapered leg jeans; floral dresses; boyfriend blazers; palazzo pants; grunge style; lumberjack shirts; overalls; platform tennis shoes
Silhouette: Baggy top with small bottom or small top with baggy bottom; long, slender shapes; flowing lines
Fabrics: Cotton, denim, knits, flannel, spandex
Colors: dark, muted; floral patterns; plaid; color block; monochromatic; black
Designers: Giani Versace, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Tom Ford
Historical events of the time
1991 – Collapse of the Soviet Union
1992 – Official end of the Cold War
1993 – Internet is widely used
1994 – Kurt Cobain dies, ending Grunge era
1997 – Princess Diana dies

11. Historical events of the time
Trend: Vintage and Retro fashion; long lines from the 1930s, nautical look from 1930s and 1940s, shirtdresses from 1940s and 1970s, bohemian skirts and tops from 1970s; skinny jeans and tunics from 1980s
Silhouette: long, lean; straight skirts; short skirts; tapered legs on pants; feminine and masculine shapes
Fabrics: Cotton, knits, jersey, khaki, linen, rayon; vintage clothes
Colors: All colors from muted and pale to bold and neon
Designers: Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Alexander Wang, Stella McCartney, classic and vintage
Historical events of the time
2001 – Attacks on World Trade Center
2003 – War in Iraq begins
2005 – Hurricane Katrina
2008 – Obama is elected first African American President
2010 – Alexander McQueen dies