Tag: Fashion History and Inspiration

The 1950s was a golden age for women’s fashion, marked by a return to elegance, femininity, and a celebration of the hourglass silhouette. After the austerity of the 1940s, fashion in the 1950s embraced luxurious fabrics, full skirts, and a renewed emphasis on the idealised feminine figure. Several key individual were at the forefront of this fashion revolution, from designers who defined haute couture to movie stars who set trends with their impeccable style. The influence of these figures on 1950s women’s fashion is still felt today, with many elements of this era’s style continuing to inspire modern fashion. Christian …

There are few figures from the 1960s the embody the spirit of the decade like Edie Sedgwick. Model, actress, socialite and muse, Edie was the face of Andy Warhol’s underground scene and captivated the world with her striking looks, bohemian style and glamorous, yet tragic life. Born into wealth and privilege, her brief life was a whirlwind of fame, fashion and turmoil, making her a cultural icon who continues to inspire. The early life of Edie Sedgwick Born on the 20th of April 1943, Edith Minturn Sedgwick was the seventh of eight children, from her wealthy family in Santa Barbara, …

When you think of Diana Dors, visions of a glamorous, larger-than-life movie star may come to mind. Often referred to as Britain’s answer to Marilyn Monroe, Dors captivated the public with her beauty, charisma and penchant for drama. But there is so much more to her than the glitzy persona she projected. Behind the dazzling smile and platinum hair, Diana Dors was a complex, savvy woman who continually reinvented herself, both on and off screen. The early life of Diana Dors Born Diana Mary Fluck on 23rd October 1931 in Swindon, England, at the Haven Nursing Home. Her mother, Winifred …

Fashion in the 1940s was heavily shaped by the global turbulence of World War II and the post-war recovery. The need for practicality blended with the desire for elegance resulted in a fashion era that remains iconic today. Influential figures left a lasting mark on the style that defined 1940s fashion, making a mark on both everyday attire and high-end couture. From movie stars to visionary designers, these individuals were key to shaping the look of the era. Christian Dior No exploration of 1940s fashion would be complete without mentioning Christian Dior. In 1947, at the end of the decade, …