Mens Apparel 1960-2010

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    1960-1970

    During the beginning of this era we saw a very business casual look amongst men in society. As time moved on we began to see clothing become tighter compared to years before. We eventually end this era with an all new wardrobe type, however you can see influences from past years.
  • 1961

    1961
    The 1960s is the "Matlock", black and white television era. We see very nice sharp looking dress amongst men middle age to older adults.
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    1970-1980

    As we saw the transition of fit in the last era we see a major shift to the more athletic side of clothing during the 1970-1980 era.
  • 1971

    1971
    The 1970s brought the music and dance scene to light and the clothing that the celebrities wear was a major influence on society of all ages and classes.
  • 1975

    1975
    Nice dressing, sharp looking, and flashy outfits were a major statement during this time. We saw major influence from celebrities, much like Michael Jackson
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    1980-1990

    As we arrive in the new era between 1980-90s, we begin to see history repeat itself as we venture back into the baggy fitting clothes. It is almost as if the 1990s had a bit of influence from the two previous eras.
  • 1981

    1981
    In the 1980s we began to see a more "free" revealing look that was majorly influenced by what athletes and stars were wearing which was sort of a Hollywood movie star look.
  • 1985

    1985
    As we began to see a transition into athletic wear, designer brands like Polo and Tommy made sports divisions of their brand in order to appeal to all possible parties.
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    1990-2000

    As we start a brand new century we have never seen anything like this as the clothing is baggy and big, however it is amazing because due to the new never before seen technologies that are coming about, outfits are the most unique that has ever been seen.
  • 1991

    1991
    The 1990s brought patterns, boldness, and a major statement to outfits which were heavily influenced on what was on tv and in music because both were connected with one another. In the 90s we began to see people start putting their own twist on outfits and making them unique to the person that they are.
  • 1995

    1995
    Jumpsuits and tracksuits were a major fashion statement and very popular amongst everyone during that time whether you played sports or not.
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    2000-2010

    As the 2010s arrive we start to see a major European influence as well as high stature designer brands begin to emerge around this time due to hip hop, sports, and cell phones.
  • 2001

    2001
    As the new century starts a major sports influence on clothing. They were wearing loose fitting popular name brand companies along with the Tommy and Polo, and you could find anyone on the streets wearing something similar to the athletes.
  • 2002

    2002
    Famous rapper Camron stuns people as he has an entire pink outfit solely based off of his new custom flip phone
  • 2010

    2010
    In 2010 we began to see the most European influence on clothing items that has ever been present before. Major designers begin to come about in the fashion scene as it begins to grow here in the states because of Music and social media