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1950s New Look

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Known for Dior's New Look with rounded shoulders, cinched waists, and full skirts, use of luxurious fabrics and volumes of material, and focus on ultra-feminine silhouettes.

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Medieval

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Included long, belted tunics, the surcote with more generous draping, and the use of wool, linen, and fur as materials.

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Edwardian

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Includes the 'S' curve silhouette, use of lace and delicate fabrics, and elaborate draping on the bodice and skirts.

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1920s Flapper

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Characterized by drop waist dresses with straight, loose silhouettes, use of beading and fringe on lightweight fabrics, and freedom from structured undergarments.

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Ancient Egyptian

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Featured simple rectangular pieces of cloth, use of pleating to shape the body, and patterns or stripes aligned with the body's geometry.

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Byzantine

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Showed complex layering and stiff fabrics, use of opulent materials like silk, and tight sleeves with draped body garments.

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Ancient Greek

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Characterized by flowing garments like the chiton, himation, and peplos, use of lightweight fabrics, and garments made from a single piece of cloth

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Neoclassicism

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Influenced by classical antiquity with columnar silhouettes, use of high empire waistlines and light muslin or silk fabrics, and minimal draping echoing Greek styles.

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Baroque

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Highlighted elaborate ornamentation and heavy draping, use of lush fabrics like satin and lace, and accentuated forms with padding and puffed sleeves.

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Rococo

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Showcased light, airy styles with asymmetrical draping, use of pastel colors and light silks, and opulent trimmings like ribbons and bows.

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Victorian

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Known for corseted waists and full skirts, use of heavy fabrics like taffeta, and elaborate draping on dresses including bustles.

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Roman

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Involved the toga and stola as primary garments, use of draped woolen fabrics, and significance of garment color and arrangement to denote status.

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Renaissance

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Featured tailored garments that highlight the human form, use of textiles like brocade and velvet, and structured undergarments to support draping.

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1930s Hollywood Glamour

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Featured bias-cut gowns that cling to natural body curves, use of luxurious fabrics such as satin and velvet, and draping that enhanced feminine forms.

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1970s Disco

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Showcased tight-fitting pants and flowing tops, use of materials like polyester and Lycra, and draping that allowed for movement and fluidity.

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1960s Mod

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Identified by minimalist shapes, use of synthetic materials, and simplified draping with geometric lines and A-line dresses.

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1980s Power Dressing

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Spotlighted exaggerated shoulders with shoulder pads, use of bright colors and bold patterns, and tailored garments that aimed to communicate confidence and power.

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1940s Post-war

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Included utilitarian styles due to fabric rationing, the resurgence of a nipped waist with A-line skirts, and use of sturdy fabrics like wool and rayon.

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