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Can shorts rival these graceful frocks for the courts?
A fashion illustration underlining the great tennis fashion debate of 1932 - Can shorts rival elegants skirts and dresses on the tennis court? It goes on to describe how Mrs Helen Wills Moody and other leading players have denounced the idea of shorts for lawn tennis and upheld the simple white frock with a pleated skirt. The Sketch expected there to be no likelihood of " shorts" appearing in any important tournament and that nothing is smarter or more practical than a well-tailored frock such as those sketched here." All dresses are of Japshan pure silk, which washes and wear splendidly, worn with little short jackets in Viyella. The American tennis champion Alice Marble pioneered the wearing of shorts, and, despite the prophecies of The Sketch magazine here, women tennis players frequently were wearing shorts by the end of the 1930s
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Controversy Dresses Frocks Graceful Shorts Tennis Wimbledon
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17cm x 23.7cm (6.7" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Fashionable Debate on the Tennis Court: Can Shorts Compete with Graceful Frock and Dresses?" 2. In the thrilling world of tennis during the 1930s, a heated fashion debate unfolded between the traditional white frocks with pleated skirts and the emerging trend of shorts. The elegant frocks, worn by leading players such as Helen Wills Moody, were the epitome of grace and sophistication, embodying the spirit of Wimbledon and other prestigious tournaments. 3. The Sketch, a renowned fashion magazine of the time, was adamant that "shorts" would never make an appearance in any significant tennis tournament. They believed that nothing could surpass the timeless beauty and practicality of a well-tailored frock, as illustrated in the enclosed sketches. All dresses featured here were made of Japshan pure silk, renowned for its exceptional washability and durability. 4. However, the tennis scene was about to be shaken up by the audacious American champion Alice Marble. Defying the predictions of The Sketch, Marble and other players began to embrace the freedom and comfort of shorts on the court. By the end of the 1930s, the once-controversial attire had become a common sight on the tennis courts, marking a significant turning point in women's tennis fashion. 5. As the tennis world continued to evolve, the debate between shorts and frocks would persist, reflecting the ever-changing landscape of fashion and athletic performance. This fascinating snapshot from the 1930s offers a glimpse into the rich history of tennis fashion and the enduring allure of both classic and modern styles. 6.
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