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Ever Changing Fashion Trends From the 1960’s
Fashion trends have changed dramatically over the years. In the ’60s and ’70s, people experimented with styles such as bell-bottom pants, unbuttoned shirts, and flowing jumpsuits all of which were influenced by music and social movements in those decades.
By the ’80s and ’90s, people favored celebrity -inspired ensembles, especially those worn by style icons like Naomi Campbell and the late Princess Diana .
Throughout the 2000s, designers have borrowed heavily from clothing trends in past decades.
In 2019, for example, ’90s trends like slip dresses, animal print , and tiny handbags are popular again.
The very nature of fashion trends is to come and go.
Jumpsuits, for example, have gone in and out of style since the ’70s, and overalls have recently made a comeback since becoming popular in the ’90s. Despite this constant flux, there’s always at least one trend that takes over the fashion world every year.
From halter-neck swimsuits that were popular in the 1950s to the comeback of printed suits throughout the 2000s, keep reading to see the fashion trends that were all the rage .
1950s: Summer attire was extremely popular.
Women’s fashion in the 1950s was all about fitted waists, halter tops, and wearing summer attire all year long, according to Vintage Dancer, a style website and online store created by author Debbie Sessions , who researches the history of fashion.
People also favored rompers and high-waisted pants that were designed to complement swimwear.
1960-1961: Matching coats and dresses were all the rage.
In the early ’60s, many people still sported styles that were popular in the ’50s. During this time, women often layered loose-fittingcoats over matching dresses and completed their ensembles with coordinating hats, gloves, and short heels.
1962: During her time as First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis helped popularize pillbox hats.
Women wore tailored coats, elbow-length gloves, and strapless gowns all of which became huge fashion trends in the ’60s and ’70s .
1963: Bow collars came into style.
Bow collars were commonly worn by women entering male-dominated work fields in the early ’60s. The look was said to blend masculine and feminine styles.
The style is still worn frequently today sometimes even as a political fashion statement .
1964: In the mid-’60s, people wore fitted clothing in bold colors.
During this time, neutral colors were replaced by daring prints and fitted silhouettes gave way to more loose-fitting tailoring.
Sheer fabric was also used more commonly throughout the 1960s.
1965: The mod trend spread from the UK to the rest of the world.
Mod, short for modernism, was a subculture known for its focus on music and style . The mod movement is said to have originated from a small group of London-based young men who listened to modern jazz , according to the BBC.
Men who participated in the movement often dresses sharply, donning tailored suits and sophisticated ensembles inspired by British R&B and rock bands.
1966: Women’s fashion was also influenced by the mod movement.
Rather than wearing sleek suits, women donned polka-dot ensembles, black-and-white paneled dresses, and boots inspired by the streamlined designs of Andr Courrges , among others.
1967: Miniskirts were everywhere.
But the style was rarely worn over bare legs. Instead, women often styled short skirts with colorful tights , fishnets, and other hosiery.
1968: People loved wearing styles inspired by the film “Bonnie and Clyde.”
Though the film was released a year prior in 1967, fashion inspired by “Bonnie and Clyde” was still prominent throughout 1968 . In particular, men often wore pinstripe suits paired with hats in solid colors.
1969: Women began swapping colorful tights for knee-high boots.
Many shoes from this period featured short and chunky heels, were made of leather, and reached just above the knee .
1970: Hippie-inspired pants and mod-style shirts were popular at the start of the ’70s.
According to Vintage Dancer, fashion in this decade” couldnt decide what direction to take or what past decade to emulate. ” As a result, men wore a mix of everything, including turtlenecks, neck scarves, and wide-legged pants.
1971: The following year, halter necklines became trendy again
The neckline was seen as risqu at the time. However, it was still commonly found in a variety of ensembles, including jumpsuits, dresses, and swimsuits .
1972: Rather than following a single trend, people aimed to dress in a way that expressed their individuality.
Throughout 1972, people blurred the lines between men’s and women’s fashion. They also merged styles from previous decades.
1973: Disco styles started to emerge from the fashion industry.
This year, men often wore bell-bottom pants and platform shoes .
1974: Both men and women donned suits.
Women’s suits featured a wide range of styles in 1974. Suit-style dresses became fashionable , as did suit jackets paired with skirts.
Most popular style for men at the time was “leisure suits.” The style was meant to look casual and be worn “ anywhere but in the office or on formal occasions .”
1975: Everyone wanted to wear a jumpsuit.
Since disco-inspired styles were still popular in 1975, many jumpsuits featured wide-legged pant legs and voluminous sleeves .
1976: Dresses that buttoned in the front became trendy.
The style was a nod to the ’20s, when buttons were sewn onto dresses to create a nautical aesthetic.
1977: Styles that left the skin exposed were popular.
In 1977, it was common practice for men to fasten only the bottom-most button of their suits and shirts.
Similarly, women gravitated toward bikinis with plunging necklines at the time.
1978: Clothes were designed for dancing.
Disco music continued to rise in popularity at the end of the ’70s, and the release of movies like “Saturday Night Fever” allowed the music-inspired fashion trend to stay strong.
1979: People in the punk subculture wore ripped jeans and leather.
Punk fashion originated in the UK around 1975 and continued to influence clothing trends toward the end of the decade and into the ’80s.
1980: Bold, bright colors were fashionable at the start of the ’80s.
Women also wore a mix of fitted and loose styles throughout 1980 , and paired their ensembles with chunky jewelry.
1981: Everyone wore clothes with voluminous shoulders.
Everything from dresses to blouses featured puffy shoulders in the early 1980s.
1982: The go-to color combination was black and white.
Culled from Insider . com.
IVY-K Fashion by Igiebor Daddy Lucky, a Nigerian-born designer now based in the UK, has launched the latest menswear line, Dapper Man.
One of the collection’s strengths is its classic, clean aesthetic. Dapper Man delivers sharp, structured suits in a timeless black and white color scheme that exudes a sense of luxury and professionalism. The use of high-quality fabrics like wool and silk ensures that the suits not only look high-end but also feel luxurious to the wearer. The designer’s focus on detail is evident in the meticulous tailoring, with fitted blazers and crisp trousers forming the foundation of the collection.
Where IVY-K Fashion shines is in the subtle yet elegant touches. The inclusion of beads as embellishments on lapels and cuffs adds a unique flair, blending traditional craft with modern tailoring. This nod to African heritage gives the collection a distinct identity, offering something more personal and culturally significant than your standard menswear line.
However, despite the elegance of the Dapper Man collection, there is a lingering sense of missed opportunity. The black-and-white color palette, while classic, feels overly safe. In a fashion landscape where bold colors and daring patterns often make the strongest impact, the collection could benefit from incorporating more vibrant hues or experimenting with unconventional fabrics. Pushing the envelope with color or texture could elevate these designs from simply elegant to truly memorable.
In addition, while the tailoring of the blazers and trousers is immaculate, the collection lacks a sense of playfulness or modern edge that many contemporary menswear lines are embracing. The suits are undoubtedly stylish, but the collection as a whole leans heavily on tradition. Experimenting with asymmetrical cuts, bold patterns, or even layering could add an exciting dimension to Dapper Man. The challenge is to maintain the sleek sophistication of the collection while infusing it with a fresh, innovative spirit.
Another area that could use improvement is the overall cohesion of the collection. While the suits are well-crafted, there is a feeling of repetition across the pieces. More variation in design, such as different lapel styles, pocket configurations, or even bolder accessories, would give the collection greater diversity and visual interest.
In conclusion, Dapper Man by Igiebor Daddy Lucky showcases the designer’s strong grasp of classic tailoring and elegant design, but to truly capture the attention of a broader audience, IVY-K Fashion would benefit from more daring choices. By infusing the collection with bold colors, unexpected textures, and a more modern edge, Dapper Man could move from a well-crafted line to a trendsetting force in men’s fashion. With such a solid foundation, there’s no doubt that Igiebor Daddy Lucky has the potential to lead his brand toward greater heights
The trend of indecent dressing all in the name of fashion is fast becoming a norm in our generation and society at large. Most married women embrace this fashion as competition with single ladies.
Different scholars have given an in depth insight about dressing as a tool of communication. Non-verbal communication has been asserted as the communication between people by the means of signs or symbols. It conveys what we wish to disseminate to the public as either intentionally or not.
According to Paul Ekman and Michael Argyle, communication is carried out through what has been classified as “Presentational Code”. He listed nine codes of non-verbal communication, as body contact, facial expression, gestures, postures, eye movement, proximity, orientation, head nods and appearance.
This, being stated, married and single ladies should understand that their mode of dressing is communicative be it directly or indirectly as such body parts we call “private” are now being made public because of the trends or wearing of transparent dresses and this in turn calls on the attention of men who are weak and prone to illicit thoughts thus, resulting to most rape cases in our society.
This indecent dressing by most ladies has denied many their future husbands. The truth is that a man is attracted to his kind; his desires in marriage. It is often asserted that decency and beauty are in the eyes of the beholder, yet, in trending times of this 21st century, dress code and fashion in nudity form is gaining popularity.
This has become complicated as most men tend to toggle between their emotions (lust) and sanity (rationality) in terms of marriage, thereby setting a wrong foundation upon which most marriages are consummated.
On the other hand, most married women have embraced the trend of indecent dressing nipping it on the state of it being the choice dressing, approved by their spouses, leaving society with the question of what “responsible” man would prefer that the secrecy of the benefit of his marital vow has become the centre of attraction and viewership by the general public.
Hence, communicating with their dressing gas given licence to every male gender who is interested or attracted to what they see to make unsolicited sexual passes at them, which might be considered embarrassing.
At this juncture, it is important to state that ladies should dress decently knowing that they are the epitome of nation-building, they are nation-builders, character moulders and pacesetters not just in the lives of their families but to the society at large.
In most occasions, there are no clear border lines between the married women and the single ladies because of the rate of scanty dressing which has close the gap of differences.
Women and girls should embrace this call awakening to decent mode of dressing. Dresses that are meant to be worn indoors should remain indoors.
It is worrisome to see ladies wear shorts that are supposed to be worn in the living room on the streets without shame. This is an awakening call to our ladies, married and singles that the opposite sex do not expose their private body parts for the public. Sometimes, the ladies go about in the streets without wearing brazziers as to showcase their nipples.
The society should be sanitised of the menace of indecent dressing that is lurking and taking over the entire nooks and crannies of the society and the nation at large.
Let it be known that he or she is addressed in the manner he or she is dressed. There may be no room for a second impression. To the single ladies, your dressing decently will not stop you from meeting your Mr Right rather, it will increase your stake and place you on the list of most valued women in the society.
Dressing speaks louder than words.
Kate Chisom Isiocha
Isiocha is an OND final year student of Temple Gate Polytechnic.
