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fashion in the 1700
In the 1700's clothing was soft pastels, light, airy, asymmetrical designs, and playful styles. -
1750 style
The fashion in 1750 was a low neck gown usually called a robe, worn over a petticoat. -
Charles Frederick Worth
Charles Frederick Worth was one of the first fashion designers. He was born in October 1825. This man is credited with two important 'fashion firsts' – he was the first to use live models, thus inventing the fashion show. -
THE VICTORIAN ERA
The start of the Victorian era began with Queen Victoria’s reign from 1837 to 1901. This era still showed an immense amount of class and wealth when it came to fashion. The fashion for women in the Victorian era started with large dresses, but by 1883, the silhouette changed with a bustle dress. -
first female fashion designer
Madam Jeanne Paquin was one of the first female designers she also established the house of Paquin in 1891 in Paris. -
first fashion show
In 1903 the first american fashion show was held in the New York City store of the Ehrlich Brothers. -
Women wear pants now
In the early 20th century, there was a fight and a struggle for women to gain the right to wear pants. The idea of women wearing pants was frowned upon; women needed to stick with the traditional full dresses and long skirts. It wasn’t until 1909 when French designer Paul Poiret created the “harem pant”; the harem pant was seen as more feminine and modern. As expected, the pants were not favored and the trend ended up being a fad. -
Hippie culture
The hippie culture started in the 1960's. Hippie culture aligned with The Youth Movement; the youth during this time rebelled against what was happening in society, and wanted to break free from the restrictions of the past. Fashion changed for men as well as they started to wear more casual clothing. Men had more ability to wear clothing that showcased their personality and style. Men’s clothing incorporated more patterns and colorful palettes to their wardrobe.