Evolution of Women

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Evolution of Womens Clothing

• Nicole Montgomery
• SSE 4313
• Dr. Waring
• November 22, 2004

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References

• http//members.aol.com/calebj/clothing
• http//www.sensibility.com/vintageimages/1940s
• http//www-cchs.ccsd.k12.wy.us/cchs_web
• http//www.shootinghistory.com
• http//www.paperdolls.com
• http//www.clicket.com
• http//www.rustyzipper.com
• http//www.easleys.com

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Evolution of Women's Fashion
Pre-1620
1763
1865
1920
1896
1940
1950
1970
1980
2000
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The Beginning
Buffalo hide Beaded head dress Beaded
fringe Ankle length Moccasins
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English Influence
Dress with bodice and skirt Ankle-length,
gathered at the waist Lace collar and
cuffs Waist-fastened petticoats
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Civil War Era Dress 1857-1867
Hoop skirt Layers of Petticoats Skirt widths from
150-240 Peter pan style collars
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The Gay 90s
Bustle skirt High collar neckline Tailored Leg-o
mutton sleeve
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The Roaring 20's
The Flapper
Sleeveless Plunging neckline Short skirt No
petticoat Colorful
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The Swing Era 1940-1949
Fitted midriff V- neckline Cross over bodice Knee
length Shoulder pads
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The Fabulous Fifties
Poodle skirt Crinoline petticoat Neck
scarf Cotton blouse Wide belt

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Groovin in the Seventies
Vinyl dress White go- go boots Mini skirt Hot
colors
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The Sophisticated 80s
Long sleeves V- neckline Floor length Shoulder
pads
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Entering a New Millennium
Weve come a long way