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Neolithic Era
Animal skins, simple tools for sewing, no distinct fashion styles
Empire Style (early 19th century)
High waistlines, light fabrics, neoclassical influences
Hip Hop Fashion (late 1980s to 1990s)
Oversized silhouettes, sportswear, branded sneakers
Ancient Egypt (c. 3100 BCE - 30 BCE)
Wrapped silhouettes, linen, embellishments with gold and semi-precious stones
Roman Empire (c. 27 BCE - 476 CE)
Toga and stola garments, fine wool, and use of purple dye for elites
Flapper Era (1920s)
Bobbed hairstyles, shorter hemlines, spirited freedom in dress
Edwardian Era (c. 1901 - 1910)
S-Bend corsets, lavish hats, lighter fabrics
Elizabethan Era (1558-1603)
Ruffs, farthingales, elaborate embroidery
Baroque (c. 17th century)
Ornate embroideries, luxurious materials, exaggerated silhouettes
1980s - Power Dressing
Shoulder pads, sports luxe, designer branding
1930s - Hollywood Glamour
Bias-cut gowns, sleek silhouettes, introduction of synthetic fabrics
Middle Ages (c. 5th - 15th century)
Layered garments, heavy fabrics, gothic influences
Rococo (c. 18th century)
Pastel colors, asymmetrical designs, delicate lace
1920s - Art Deco
Geometric patterns, flapper dresses, luxurious materials
1940s - World War II Impact
Utility clothing, fabric rationing, boxy silhouettes
Gothic Period (12th-15th century)
Pointed arches, flying buttresses, stained glass in architecture; in fashion, emphasis on vertical lines
Punk Movement (1970s)
DIY ethic, safety pins, anti-establishment fashion
Ancient Greece (c. 800 BCE - 146 BCE)
Draped garments, wool and linen, simple yet sophisticated construction
1990s - Minimalism and Grunge
Simple lines, grunge flannels, popularity of denim
Victorian Era (c. 1837 - 1901)
Mourning attire, bustles, rigid corsetry
1960s - Youthquake
Mod fashion, psychedelic prints, increasing informality
Swinging Sixties (1960s)
Youth-oriented, Mary Quant's miniskirt, pop and Op art influences
New Romanticism (1980s)
Frilly shirts, glam rock influences, theatricality
1950s - Post-War Fashion
Full skirts, Dior's New Look, rise of casual wear
Medieval Japan
Kimono, layering of robes (juni-hitoe), silk fabrics
Art Nouveau (c. 1890 - 1910)
Flowing lines, nature-inspired motifs, emphasis on craftsmanship
2010s - Digital Influence
Social media trends, body positivity, sustainable fashion
Renaissance (c. 14th - 17th century)
Decadent fabrics, corsetry, elaborate constructions
1970s - Disco and Punk
Glitter, platform shoes, leather jackets
2000s - Fast Fashion
Mass-produced clothing, mixed patterns, celebrity-inspired trends
Eco Fashion (21st century)
Sustainable materials, ethical production, transparency in manufacturing
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