THE 20TH CENTURY

By the 20th century the pace of change in the fashionable silhouette became ever more rapid as the expanding fashion industry, in conjunction with the media, became more effective at stimulating demand for a constant flow of new styles.

Most garment shops began to hire their own artists to render new design concepts in current fashion trends. With so much success in the fashion industry starting to become more and more popular, fashion designers were able to dictate what their customers wore rather than the customer telling the dressmaker what to make.

Anne Hathaway in Devil wears Prada...

 

HARPER BAZAAR in the 20th century was still in the game, as we can see on the front page of the magazines are two famous celebrities from USA and China. Which simply implies that their target market are also in both countries and they can be reached. The magazine has also been produced to satisfy both countries for better understanding of fashion.... Go Bazaar!..

Hmmmmm... This is good looks for the 20th century man. The men are beginning to put in more effort in their sense of fashion.Ed Westwick is a young actor who is setting the pace for male teens and young men of this era. Considering his style, he automatically becomes a trendsetter. I like the looks, just wish he was taller.... I'd take him.....

From the turn-of the century S-bend silhouette to the bumsters and bustiers of the 1990s, this concise and comprehensive survey explores all the significant developments in fashion across the 20th century. The authors focus on key movements and innovations in clothing for both men and women and explore these through the work of the most original and influential designers and couturiers.

WHAT WENT DOWN IN 19TH CENTURY...

Check this link....
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xeakq5_women-s-clothing-in-the-19th-centur_tech

From the 19th century and before, men were just as dapper as the women. In fact for centuries women's clothing were drab whereas men's clothing went through many transformations. Were these men above GAY?? Absolutely NOT. They took pride in their appearance. Men of today are coming to this trends because men were more appreciated looking gorgeous. Although some men are lazy to look as good as they would love to but they can't be bothered about fashion nor trends, thinking fashion is meant mainly for women. MEN!!!!!!!!!(shallow thinkers)

Ray-Ban Wayfarers were by far the most popular sunglasses worn in the 80s. Originally designed in the 1950s, the Wayfarer had declined in popularity by the late 70s. That all changed in 1983 when Tom Cruise wore them for his break out movie role in the film Risky Business. Demand for the glasses took off with hundreds of thousands being sold immediately after the release of the movie. The glasses could be seen on many of the top celebrities of the 80s, including Michael Jackson, Don Johnson, and Madonna

(Grace & Merilyn 2007)

The early 2000s saw a continuation of the minimalist look of the 1990s in high fashion. Later on, designers began to adopt a more colourful, feminine, excessive, and 'anti-modern' look. Name brands became of particular importance among young people and many celebrities launched their own lines of clothing. Tighter fit clothing and longer hair became mainstream for many men and women

YES!!!!!!!The shorter the better… women and girls loved miniskirts. Denim was the most popular, but miniskirts were made in a number of other materials including knit and leather. These were often paired with leggings.  This particular look has made a big comeback recently.

To get the 80s look click: http://www.5min.com/Video/80s-Fashion-307264172

   

Shoulder Pads were not just worn by football players. Women went for the square shouldered look by putting shoulder pads in their outfits.

AUDREY HEPBURN  was a high class fashion icon and trendsetter. Check out this video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQfUeOhmLS0&feature=player_embedded

WHAT WENT DOWN IN THE 19TH CENTURY....

In the late 19th/ early 20th century, in connection with the evolution of printing technologies, many new fashion magazines, which used photographs and high-quality reproductions, were created. The most famous at that time were vogue, Ins style, Elle, Harpers Bazaar, Esquire magazines etc...

 

As you can see the Esquire magazine in 1954, Its a woman on the the front page but is a men's magazine, which simply means women are the genesis of fashion and the male magazine in the 19th century could be a success without involving a woman.

During the last years of the 19th century it was fashionable for women's hair to be arranged on the top of the head in a bun and puffed out around the face.

She looks funky and fun

 

THE MAN AND THE 18TH CENTURY WOMEN' STLYE:

THE WOMAN

 This is the era of Victorian and Edwardian, when women's fashion was highly intense. Women were made to change at least four to five times a day according to her itinery for the day. Also this women were wives daughters or nieces of wealthy men in the society. The women were dressed according to their husbands' wealth.

THE PERFECT PICTURE

Her man scrutinizes her sense of style before any function if there maybe, so as to match with his status.

THE PRIDE OF WOMANHOOD

 This is very interesting, for ladies like me who love fashion and pamper, i wouldn't mind having to change my clothing every hour to ensure that I'm representing my husband and family. As we all know the trends changes each season, so what would you say to the 18th century style of fashion coming back in limelight!!!!!!!!..

 CLASSIC AND ELEGANT

  Would you like to have this look someday in this era?????????  I need your honest opinions.... Will be back next week  

Introduction: what men think of womens' fashion

In our day to day life, according to research, cultures, believes, demographic etc, Women are said to be more fashion concious, no matter how she may look either good or bad. Women are assets to men whether you believe it or not. In a womans' mind, she defines her sense and taste of fashion which determines her personality and image in the mans' eyes and mind. Most sensible men look critically at this aspect of a woman to know which kind they want to be affiliated with. This brings me to this interesting story which i will share in my next post.... Don't go too far!!!