The broader shoulders also extended to jackets, blazers, coats, and blouses. The 1940s silhoutte can best be described with broader shoulders, nipped in waists, and a-line skirts usually calf length to falling a bit below the knee.
July 18, 2010
It is important to note the emphasis on the shoulders in the 1940s dress silhouette. Some costume historians say this trend came about because of the growing responsibilities of the average woman in the 1940s, especially during the war years. Many men were sent off to war and the women assumed their positions in their absence. Perhaps broader shoulders were associated with being stronger, more confident, perhaps evoking that "Can Do, Will Do" attitude.
The broader shoulders also extended to jackets, blazers, coats, and blouses. The 1940s silhoutte can best be described with broader shoulders, nipped in waists, and a-line skirts usually calf length to falling a bit below the knee.
The broader shoulders also extended to jackets, blazers, coats, and blouses. The 1940s silhoutte can best be described with broader shoulders, nipped in waists, and a-line skirts usually calf length to falling a bit below the knee.
Now we just need the vintage fabric...swoon.
ReplyDeleteI am really caught up in vintage styles. The lines are so classic. But, I just am not the size of women from those years. How much could I realistically alter a vintage pattern?
ReplyDeleteLoved this post! So much inspiration from these old photos. Thanks. XXX
ReplyDeletefabulous post and love the shoes in the post below x
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful collection of 40's patterns. I have a small collection too, but don't sew a lick. I just love the illustrations.
ReplyDeleteI hadn't thought of the connection between broader shoulders in women's fashion and the new responsibilities they were carrying on their shoulders during the war. Neat! Now I like these fashions even more...