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Monstrosities of 1819-20
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Monstrosities of 1819-20
A satire on fashion. Amongst the styles mocked are cossack trousers, pinched male waists, high stand-fall collars, the Nelson bustle, huge headgear & profusely adorned hemlines
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1819 1820 Adorned Bustle Collars Cossack Exaggerated Extreme Hemlines Huge Mocked Profusely Regency Satire Spurs Stand Styles Trousers Victem Waists Monstrosities Pinched
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This print, titled "Monstrosities of 1819-20," offers a satirical glimpse into the extreme fashion trends of the Regency era. The image, created in the early 19th century, mocks the exaggerated styles that dominated men's and women's fashion during this time. Among the many fashion faux pas depicted in this print, the cossack trousers worn by the male figure draw particular attention. These pants, with their voluminous, baggy legs and fringed spurs, were a far cry from the tailored, fitted trousers that would become popular in later decades. The pinched waists of the men, accentuated by their high-waisted coats, are also ridiculed, as are the high stand-fall collars that swathed their necks. But it was not just the men who were subjected to fashionable ridicule during this period. The women in the print are depicted with enormous headgear and profusely adorned hemlines. The Nelson bustle, a large, vertical pad worn at the back of the skirt to create a full, rounded silhouette, is also featured prominently. The overall effect of this print is one of exaggeration and humor, poking fun at the often bizarre and impractical fashion trends of the time. It serves as a reminder of the importance of perspective and the ever-evolving nature of fashion, which can often seem extreme and even monstrous in hindsight. This print, with its intricate detail and sharp wit, is a fascinating window into the past and a testament to the enduring power of satire as a means of commenting on the absurdities of society.
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