Posts Tagged ‘Dresses’
by C-MonsterThe term Victorian fashion is generally used only with regard to the United Kingdom. There were certain clothing styles and mannerisms that were observed during this period. In the early period of the Victorian Era, the silhouette for the woman was more of the demure kind. Women wore pointed bodice, which were long and had fitting waists. The bodice was designed to enhance the waist. In the early period, Victorian clothing for women was about restriction of arm movements. Another interesting feature were the detachable collars! The colors used in the early period of the Victorian fashion were soft, pastel shades. Patterns were delicate and fashionable, all designed to maintain the femininity of the woman. Beehive shaped skirts was another characteristic feature of Victorian fashion. Here, garments were stiffened to give a particular appearance. Crin also known as horsehair, was used for a particular portion of a garment so that it stiffens in that particular area.
Crin was used for hem linings and sleeve heads of the dresses. Although cloth was manufactured in the mills, Victorian clothing in 1837 was generally designed and assembled by tailors and other such specialized… Continue reading
by davidyuwebParis Fashion Week (or Paris Haute Couture) is known as a fashion industry event lasting about one week. This is a good occasion for fashion designers, trademarks to show off their latest collections in the runway shows. Paris Fashion Week 2010 has recently taken place keeping up with the latest lines on the Paris catwalks and French designers setting the autumn/ winter 2010 trend. Paris Fashion Week 2010 has been the gathering of Hollywood stars for displaying their beauty and fashion styles. Jessica Alba has surpassed lots of other beauties to be voted as the best-dressed superstar in Christian Dior floral mini-jupe. Let’s have a tour around the Paris Fashion Week 2010 to discover the best dresses.
Jessica Alba, in Christian Dior, has attended the Christian Dior show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall/ Winter 2011 at Musee Rodin on July 5, 2010 in Paris, France
Natalia Vodianova, Claire Danes and Jessica Alba all in Valentino at the Valentino Haute Couture F/W 2011 show as part of Paris Haute-Couture Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2011 at Place Vendome… Continue reading
by The 1950′s clothing was one that had certain distinct characteristics about it. There were also certain factors that were associated with the 1950′s fashion. This was one period that was considered to be really expensive due to the effects of war. This period saw the dominance of pink pumps and beehive hairstyles. Brands were launched and designers created new fashion trends. Read on to know more about the 1950′s clothing. 1950′s Clothing: Fifties Fashion
The 1950′s clothing saw the dominance of designer names such as Christian Dior. Dior’s garments gave a more feminine appeal for women in terms of fashion. The voluminous look also added to the femininity of a woman. The Princess Line launched in the year 1953 soon became popular and Dior also popularized the trend of wearing A-line skirts. Most scenes from the fifties fashion depict men in clothes which were always structured in dark colors.
This was the time when materials such as cotton and wools were used. Tweed jackets were seen as well. Hollywood actors such as Gregory Peck wore gray flannel suits that became quite a rage. Flannel pants worn with comfy rolled up… Continue reading