History Final 1650-1700

As wars calmed in Europe, what influences would disappear from dress and fashion?

The emphasis on military influences on men’s fashion dress

The high-waisted silhouette of the previous period was replaced by what silhouette in this period?

Long and lean line with a low waist for men and women

Did men’s or women’s dress/fashion evolve more in this period?

Men’s dress changed more than women‘s

What changed happened with seamstresses in this era?

Seamstresses became a recognizable profession which gives women the right to make clothing for both genders

How did shoes become gendered during this era?

men’s move away from excessive ornamentation and coloring

How did accessorizing with ribbons differ from previous eras?

The fascination with ribbons continued and excessive ribbons showed wealth

Dressing Gowns – The appearance of the dressing gowns signaled what for womenswear and menswear?

Informal garments like the dressing gown were worn in the home as a form of comfortable dress

Silhouettes

This era saw a shift from the monochromatic and simplified looks to more patterned looks.

How did woven fabrics differ during this time from previous eras?

Solid color fabric fell out of fashion in favor of brocades and striking was done and weaving to create stripes and textiles

Hair

Ringlets and center parts, and the fontage

Mantua — What silhouette did the mantua introduce that had not been seen previously?

A woman’s overdress or gown that was worn over and over skirt it was loose fitting, and the sleeves are attached fully and stop at the elbow

Women’s Riding Dress — How was riding dress (which came from menswear) often femininized?

Women’s had a waistband and more voluminous sleeves and embroidery, and were often worn with a skirt

What are the components that make up this menswear ensemble?

The main change is there are no trunk codes instead they wear breeches and ribbons were worn

Wigs — Which monarch popularized wigs in this era?

King Louis XII

What did wigs look like in this era?

Wigs were curly and beginning to get very long

What were bows used for?

Bose were used to secure ones cravat

What were the most popular colors for bows?

Blue and red