Fashion Back den!!!

The fashion of the 1930's was very different than the fashion today.  Hats for both men and women were popular for both day and evening wear. Dresses were often cut of the bias to allow a smoother drape of the fabric. Women wore long halter topped dresses, lace frocks, negligees, and corsets. Men wore suits with a matching top hat and over coats. 

But the question is, How much is the fashion of the 21st century inspired from that of 1930's... whats your take???  



Here are Few facts about the fashion in this decade!!!

• ·         Since Paris fashions became too expensive for all but the very rich,  American designers came into their own.
• ·         Hollywood movie stars such as Bette Davis and Greta Garbo set fashion trends in dresses designed by Adrian and Muriel King and hats designed by Lily Dache.
• ·         Since clothes had to last a long time styles did not change every season. The flapper attire of the 1920's was replaced by the simple print dress with a waist line and longer hem length.
• ·         The use of the zipper became prevalent for the first time because it was less costly than the buttons and closures previously used.
• ·         Another innovation of the 30's was different hem lengths for different times of the day. The mid calf length was for day wear and the longer length for evening clothes. Men's pants were wide and high waisted. Vest sweaters became an alternative to the traditional matching vest of the three piece suit, and hats were mandatory for the well dressed male