Fashion Trends

Fashion trends change so fast that sometimes it’s hard to keep up. But did you know that looking at old fashion trends can tell you a little bit of history from that time. Here’s how fashion has changed in the past century:
• the 1920s
The 1920s were an exciting time in the United States and around the world. The First World War was over, people had jobs and money, and women’s rights were changing. In 1919 in the US, women got the right to vote. Overall, people were feeling good, and this showed in the clothes that everyone wore. Women dressed in the ‘flapper’ style. This included dresses with fringes, short haircuts and bright make-up. Men wore suits, suspenders and bowler hats.
• the 1950s
The style in the 1950s also reflected people’s happiness after a war ended. World War Two was over, and fashion changed as a result. During this time, women wore tighter dresses that showed off their figure more. Hairstyles changed to a longer style with curls. For men, the 1950s brought the ‘greaser’ style. This included men wearing jeans, a white T-shirt and black leather jackets.
• the 1970s
Groovy! The 1970s are known for the ‘hippie’ movement. Clothing during this time period was very colourful and included tie-dye, bell-bottom pants and miniskirts. For the first time in a long time, both women and men had long hair. Men also started to have moustaches and beards again. The 1970s were all about music and good times, so people’s clothes reflected that.
• the 1980s
The style in the 1980s was influenced a lot by music. During this time punk rock, rap and heavy metal music became very popular. Women’s hair and jewellery were big, and their make-up was bright with lots of colours. People involved in the punk rock world wore a lot of black clothing and make-up with heavy eyeliner. Both men and women wore a lot of fitness clothes; this included a lot of colourful tights.
• the 1990s
The 1990s were more down-to-earth than the ‘70s or ‘80s. Women still had big hair, but the make-up was more natural-looking. Many people wore jeans and plain-coloured shirts along with Converse shoes, which became very popular. During this time, a lot of people also started to get more piercings than in other decades.