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