FMAD 1110: Fashion Fundamentals Textbook: 1910s Fashion
1910s Fashion
1910s Fashion
Here are a few of the highlights of the 1910s and the fashions that typify this decade. Try to match which fashions may have emerged due certain events and explain why.
Historic Events
• Ford Model T car introduced in 1908.
Image Source: "1913 Ford Model T Ad" by * Five Starr Photos * is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0.
• World War I (WWI) led to shorter hemlines to conserve fabric during the war.
Hollywood and the foxtrot dance influenced the fashions of the time.
Image Source: Vernon and Irene Castle2.jpg
• Titanic ship sinks in 1912.
Corresponding Fashion Changes
Turbans and bohemian styles were influential.
Image Source: VeraKholodna.jpg
• Fortuny pleated silks were showcased during this decade.
Image Source: "Fortuny Dress, 3-Piece" by national museum of american history is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0.
• Paul Poiret was a prominent fashion design for this decade.
Image Source: Iribe Les Robes de Paul Poiret p.21.jpg
