Saturday 26 November 2011

1910-1920

1910-1920

·         Hobble + lampshade skirt became popular.

·         Developing interest in asymmetrical draping techniques.

·         Even less boning used in corsets – used for supporting shape as opposed to changing it completely.

·         Suits fashionable for daywear.

·         Walking became easier as skirt hems were raised to the ankle.

·         First World War began 1914.

·         Skirt hems rose to well above the ankle.

·         Bodices leaned towards the higher waist.

·         Skirts full and tiered.

·         Other popular fancies: bat-wing sleeves, over-drapes and flying panel skirts.

·         Wool and linen favoured for practicality.

·         Asymmetrical designs used for bodices and skirts were made in satin, taffeta, chiffon and light-weight silks, with washable cotton used throughout hot summers for ease.

·         World War 2 ended 1918.

·         Early Art-Deco inspired prints were used post war years.

·         Driving clothes used to protect against dust were needed due to the rising number of people driving cars.

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