After World War II ended, fashion was in transition. New fabrics and techniques were invented, and people created new styles and silhouettes.
In Paris, Dior launched the “vertical line”, also known as the sheath dress. Its overall silhouette was long and narrow. Generally, it was made with three pieces: a bodice, skirt and jacket.
The tiny waistline became a popular style in 1951. The United States new trends spread all around the world. The “American Look” especially appealed to teenagers. Popular styles of this years were tailored tweed dresses, ankle-length evening dresses, and small daytime hats with jewels and fur trimming. Popular colors were charcoal grey, green tones, blue tones, purple, and orchid pink.
Women loved to wear long evening dresses rather than short basic dresses. Evening dresses were made with light wool chiffon or thick wool with gold jewels. The desire to be fancy was reflected in the fabric; manufacturers made wool or tweed with mink, cashmere and angora. Because of the influences from Asian fashion, a variety of tones of red, emerald green, yellow and sapphire blue were popular.
In 1959 Chanel was still the most wanted designer. Her comfortable new casual look fascinated people for a long time. Women preferred the formal jacket to be longer and slimmer. Fabrics and details became more luxurious, such as mink, sable, leopard, fox and even tiger. Popular colors were olive green, brown, and black and white contrast.
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