Christian Dior 1947
The 'new look'
This
new feminine fashion was put aside throughout the war
Revived
again in 1947 by Christian Dior
Storm
clouds of war were gathering over Europe
The
fashion industry ground to a halt
In contrast to the 20's clothes were being ra
1939
Storm
clouds of war were gathering over Europe
The glamour of Paris and London were showed in the last fashion collections of the decade... and then........
The
fashion industry ground to a halt
Clothing rationing
there were suddenly shortages in the fashion industry and people were forced to be more creative with their wardrobes. Using and up-cycling their husbands old work clothes and re-create more practical, economical clothes.
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Revolutionary
invention of nylon fiber led to the creation of stockings.
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By the late 30's, the fashion industry was extremely confused. so many styles and looks. By
the end of the decade the fashion scene was so varied and confused. Perhaps the fashion industry was reflecting the disorder and Chaos of a world about to plunge into the
catastrophe of World War II.
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Shoulders
dramatically emphasized and squared.
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| Nipped in waists. |
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| Bias cut skirts. |
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| Cultural influences. |
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| Short bolero jackets. |
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| Bias cut dresses. Madeleine Vionnet introducing drape. |
In contrast to the 20's....
In contrast to the lively 20s, The 30s was a quieter era which
emphasised on
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