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Historic Costume Textiles
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Ancient Egyptian Clothing
Linen was predominantly used, with pleating being a characteristic feature.
Roman Toga
Constructed from wool or linen, its distinctiveness lies in the draped style of wear.
Medieval European Dress
Wool, linen, and silk were common, featuring long gowns and tunics with varying sleeve styles.
Renaissance Clothing
Silk, velvet, and brocades were popular, with slashed sleeves and elaborate ornamentation.
Elizabethan Attire
Velvet, satin, and taffeta fabrics adorned with lace, embroidery, and pearls characterized this period.
Baroque Fashion
Heavy use of brocade and velvet textiles, with features like large wigs and extravagant adornments.
Rococo Style
Silk, gold thread, and lace use, featuring pastel colors, floral motifs, and asymmetrical designs.
Regency Era Fashion
Muslin and other lightweight textiles, empire waistlines, and simple high-waisted silhouette.
Victorian Dress
Heavy use of silk and velvet, structured garments with crinolines, bustles, and intricate details.
Edwardian Attire
Fine fabrics like lawn and batiste, with lace detailing, and the 'S' bend corset outline was characteristic.
1920s Flapper Dress
Fabrics such as silk, satin and chiffon; fringe, beads, and sequins with straight-line silhouettes.
1930s Hollywood Glamour
Satin and velvet for evening wear with bias cuts and body-hugging silhouettes.
1940s Utility Clothing
Wool and cotton due to rationing; boxy silhouette, padded shoulders, and knee-length hemlines.
1950s Rockabilly Style
Polished cotton and denim, featuring poodle skirts, tight sweaters, and leather jackets.
1960s Mod Fashion
Synthetic fabrics like polyester, bold geometric patterns, and A-line dresses were trademarks.
1970s Disco Attire
Polyester and spandex, characterized by flashy sequins, bell-bottom pants, and platform shoes.
1980s Power Dressing
Use of shoulder pads, pinstriped suits, and lycra, embracing a professional, authoritative look.
1990s Grunge Style
Flannel shirts, ripped jeans, and combat boots, using comfortable and durable textiles.
2000s Hip-Hop Fashion
Sports brands, baggy jeans, and bling with textiles including denim, jersey, and luxury logos.
2010s Athleisure Wear
Performance fabrics like spandex, lycra, and nylon, combining sportswear with casual, everyday clothes.
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