Trouser Suit by Worth
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Trouser Suit by Worth
My friends looked askance, The first time they saw me in pants. I just hope this crepe de chine ensemble by Worth Doesn t excite their mirth
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Androgynous Beret Boyish Chine Crepe Ensemble Friends Hope Looked Mirth Trouser Trousers Worth 1929 Askance Excite
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Bold Leap Forward: The Trouser Suit by Worth, 1929". The year is 1929, and the fashion landscape is undergoing a significant shift. Gone are the days of restrictive corsets and voluminous skirts, as women's clothing begins to reflect a newfound sense of freedom and androgyny. In this photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, a woman proudly dons a trouser suit by the esteemed fashion house of Worth. Her friends look on with a mixture of surprise and amusement, their expressions captured in a moment of intrigue and curiosity. The ensemble, made of crepe de chine, features a tailored jacket and high-waisted trousers, accessorized with a chic beret. The androgynous look was a daring departure from the traditional feminine attire of the time, and the woman's decision to wear it speaks volumes about her confidence and modern sensibilities. Historically, trousers for women were considered taboo and even scandalous. However, the 1920s marked a turning point in women's fashion, with the flapper movement and the rise of androgynous styles paving the way for greater gender equality. This Worth trouser suit represents a bold step forward in this evolution, embodying the spirit of the times and challenging societal norms. As the woman looks back at her friends, she hopes that her choice of attire does not excite their mirth, but rather inspires them to embrace the changing tides of fashion and the growing possibilities for women's self-expression. The photograph serves as a reminder of the power of fashion to reflect and shape the cultural zeitgeist, and the courage it takes to make a statement, even in the face of skepticism and disapproval.
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