The beginning of French Fashion

I am not much of a history buff, but looking at the fashions of France from the 1800s to the 1930s is interesting to me. They went through such a dramatic transformation from decade to decade. Always keeping it fresh and different is something that I feel, they still do to this day.

From 1800-1837 was called the Georgian Era, because of King George. This time period was all about the empire waist, and fur lined coats.

Photos by: Fashion-Era.com

The next era was the Victorian Era, which lasted for quite a while. This time is the ballgown, tons of bustle, and fancy look.

Photo by: Fashion-Era.com

After the Victorian Era, was the early 20th Century. This period of time was all about the jewels. Women adorned themselves with them and had their hair back in those puffy buns. Here is an example:

Photos: Fashion-Era.com and French-American.tv

Flappers! Flappers! This was the first time in fashion history in France, that all could afford to have this look. Up until then, the poor could not afford the decadence of the fur and jewels. So with everyone accessible to this flapper look, it took off in popularity and uniqueness. 

Photo by: http://www.thespiderawards.com/AwardsPass/WINNERS-NOMINEES/PRO-fashion/pages/Flapper.htm

Photo by: Flapper history

ENJOY! 

FASHION QUIZ!

Who is from London and who is from France. See if you can tell, just by their clothes, who is from which country.

Photo Credit: Lookbook.nu

The finder of beautiful fashion

Have you heard of the Sartorialist? He is a man who's camera shows the most unique, and wonderful people who portray their love of fashion in daily life. He goes around the world and takes a picture of who he sees. In his Paris section is this picture: "Young Parisian, Paris"

Photo Credit: The Sartorialist

I love the relaxed air of his clothes. In America this would look like pajamas, but in Paris the harem pants seems uni-sex and accepted. Note to Men: shoes matching the jacket is a great touch.

I am in LOVE

 Vanina Escoubet is the first store I will be going to when I arrive in France. Her clothes are so delicate but striking which I do believe is a staple in the Parisian style hand book. The pattern skirts and high waisted harem type pants are a trend that has caught on.

Photos are by Miss Glitzy blog

What is it about french fashion that is so french?

It is hard to describe what IS french fashion, but when you see it, you just know. Cherry Blossom Girl is a blogger from France and her pictures below, to me, are a great summary of what french fashion entails. Classic. Inventive. Soft but edgy.

Photos by The Cherry Blossom Girl blog

What is this all about?

I am doing a blog about french fashion for my international communications class. Hopefully you will find this blog insightful, delightful and wonderful. The CIA gives some quick and dirty facts about france if you go to this link.

credit: cia website