Continuation of the World War II
In the first half of the decade, The Second World War had a huge impact on the countries and people in Europe, Asia and other parts of the world. The consequences of the war lingered well into the second half of the decade, with a war-weary Europe divided between the jostling spheres of influence of the West and the Soviet Union.
Even the colour went to the war. Patriotic colours of dark green, khaki pants and wedges replaced dresses and traditional heels. Women were required to join the work force.
The last fashion collections of the decade shown by The Glory and Grandeur of Paris and London.
Hitler pin cushions were very popular during the war
Paris Hat style was adopted by French women after the fall of Paris in 1940.
The style was ridiculed in the Nazi Occupation, even when hats were worn with dignity. Women worked in a munitions factory, and were overalls and boiler suits. Hairstyles were the last thing on thinking - long hair and covered with turban for health and safety.
Make do and Mend
Textile production was reserved for the production of uniforms. Women learned how to darn and saw the skirts from old trousers.
1945 End of the World War II
1947 The New Look
Christian Dior unveiled a new silhouette: fitted jacket emphasizes the waist and flared skirt firmly. It was a revolution of the economical times of war, when no one can afford to use as much fabric on a skirt. And it was consumed in Dior up to 10 meters per project! No wonder they got this figure simply named 'New Look'.
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