CH: 1910-1920s

Hobble Skirt

very narrow at hem. Tiered/multi-layer skirts also popular. Higher waistlines (Empire revival). 1910

hair

closer to the head compared to pompadour styles of 1900s.

Tunic-style tops

top that drapes from your shoulder down to below your hips but not further than your knees. 1910

Elbow-length

sleeves popular for day and evening.

Orientalism

looser cut bodices, slim skirts, feathers, drapey elements.

Paul Poiret

costume designer & fashion designer. Heavily influenced by Orientalism. Harem pants (1911). Claimed to have abolished the corset

WWI

Which war caused fashion changes to slow down?

Later 10’s

which part of the 1910s had shorter hem lengths, skirts get fuller?

1920

Which decade had a move toward simplicity, ease in dress (in terms of fit).

flapper

dropped waist, shorter hem. Thinner/tubular silhouette rather than curvy bust/hips (e.g. 1900s S-bend). Waist dropped and hem shortened till around mid-20s, then went back toward 1930.

Evening dress

a lot of beadwork, embroidery, sequins 1920

Cloche hat

close-fitting or bell-shaped hat. Wide-brimmed hats also popular for sun protection. 1920

Robe de style

evening dress style with panniers & fullness on side of skirt. 1920

Bob hairstyles

new cropped short hair

Cocoon coat

unfitted, drapey coat, often velvet = luxe look.

Brassiere

new item because the corset was now worn to control hips only. 1920

Lounge suit

(essentially modern 3-piece suit) very popular for daytime. 1910

Trench coat

military garment that became civilian garment. Utilitarian, practical (water-resistant) --> fashion. 1910

Men 1920s.

more relaxed, more ease, boxier fit as decade went on For daytime: 1-2 button suit jackets, softer collars, could forego vest (2-piece suit). Pinstripes popular

Plus-Fours

baggier form of knickerbocker/breeches

Hats: Flat Caps

casual style; Fedoras – pinched crown with brim. 1920