UNIT B EVOLUTION AND MOVEMENT OF FASHION The 1980's 2.03 Recognize the relationship between historical events and fashion evolution.

Mood of the decade Excess Shoulder pads, retro 1940s Big hair Brand names appeared on outside of garment

Mood of the decade (cont.) MTV Music becomes visual Videos become a major influence on apparel choices Lace tops, tight skirts Bustier worn by Madonna

Mood of the decade (cont.) Television influence Dallas—jeans, boots, western shirts, and cowboy hat Dynasty—wide shoulder silhouettes Miami Vice —T-shirts worn under Armani suits, pastel colors for men General Hospital —Luke and Laura Lady Diana Spencer weds Prince Charles Diana’s wedding dress becomes one of the most copied in the world

Mood of the decade (cont.) Workout craze, Jane Fonda Legwarmers, leotards, sneakers Nike, Reebok Women left their high-heels at home and wore sneakers to work Introduction of the thong bikini Stirrup pants Warm-up suits Flashdance—increased the popularity of legwarmers, sweatshirt fabric, and sweatshirts with cut out necks

Mood of the decade (cont.) Punk Dog collars Mohawk hairstyles Leather jackets and chains

People who influenced fashion Ralph Lauren—classic silhouettes Calvin Klein—minimalist look, designer jeans Donna Karan—women’s career apparel Giorgio Armani—menswear styles from American Gigolo First Ladies—Nancy Reagan and Barbara Bush