History of clothes

Prehistory 3000 A.C

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The clothes were designed with animal skin, which included a process of scraping and curing, and even softening if it was very hard, so that a soft and flexible skin would remain that adjusted to the body.

Old age 3500 A.C/ 476 D.C

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Wool was the type of material most used to make the garments given its abundance and easy handling, this does not mean that other materials were not used. Depending on the purchasing power of the person concerned the garments could be cotton, linen or silk.

Middle ages 476 D.C/ 1453

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Most people in the Middle Ages wore wool clothing. If they wore underwear, some didn’t wear it, it used to be linen. The peasants sheared the sheep and the women of the family spun the fiber to form the threads that were used to create the garments. Tinctures were common, so even the poorest peasants wore colorful clothes. Almost any dye could be made from natural elements such as plants, roots, lichen, tree bark, nuts, crushed insects, molluscs and iron oxide.

Modern age 1453/ 1789

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The fashion of the Modern Age is characterized by great changes from beginning to end. The Renaissance was the time of splendor of Italian fashion with feather hats, wide pointed shoes and feather hats. The women continue to wear jubones and bodices and impose their skirts and overskirts until in Spain the executioner is imposed, a saya camped by a frame of wires or wood. The Renaissance is followed by a time of French influence.

Contemporary age 1789/ 2000

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is known for its corsets, hats, top hats, or petticoats. The way women dressed during the Victorian era was largely dominated by full skirts, gradually focusing on the back of the silhouette. However, towards the end of the period, the style becomes less restrictive. At the beginning of the 19th century, men’s fashion also underwent a radical change. The coat was finished in long queues in the back, while it was trimmed in the front. Always important the presence of the vest.

Twenty first century (XXI)

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At the beginning of the 21st century, the year 2000, we start talking about urban tribes and a series of brands and styles are associated with each of these tribes. Grunge, hipster, normcore, Lumber… These are urban tribes or streams that try to differentiate themselves by their costumes. The classic costume and dresses are worn only on special occasions and in the world of work. A trend towards the customization of clothing is born.