In the mid-19th century, Englandsignificant changes. The country began to rule the young Queen Victoria, who had to endure hard trials as a child. But she was a very determined person, and under her guidance, English society began to change. Changes have affected and clothes of Englishmen.
This style, first of all, sought to showbeauty of women from the upper layers of English society. But men's clothes also had characteristics. The Victorian style in clothes dominated from 1830 to 1900, until the distribution of clothing produced in factories began. But this style is popular now.
What was the Victorian style in a woman's clothes? If before the British dressed in tightly closed clothes, now they have the opportunity to show the shoulders and neckline.
In the 1840s and 1850s in women's dressesdominated by wide lush sleeves. Under a long skirt there were many others that were supposed to visually increase the volume. In the 1850s, their number decreased, but under the top skirt appeared crinoline of hoops.
A corset was required for wearing in the day's dress, which made the waist an aspen and lifted the chest. In the evening dresses there was a neckline, with them a shawl was worn over the shoulders.
Ladies were ready to endure any privations toseem slimmer. The comic magazine "Punch" at that time published many caricatures depicting ladies who could neither sit nor move normally in uncomfortable dresses. With the outfit combined curly hair and small hats.
In the 1880s, widespread accustomed riding on horseback led to the fact that fashion included shirts with a high collar, as well as high hats with a veil and boots.
Victorian style in clothing providedavailability hats. This fashion accessory in women's clothing deserves special attention. In the 19th century, the hat was considered an obligatory attribute of a lady from a high society.
In 1810, the hoods made ofcardboard or from straw. They came from Napoleonic Italy, they were decorated with flowers and feathers. By 1830, the hoods were larger in size. They performed important functions - they protected the face that carried them from the sun's rays, and closed it completely from the side. So to recognize the lady could only look her straight in the face.
Closer to 1840, the hoods became smaller in size, now you could see both the hair and the face of the girl.
In the 1860s hats appeared on the stage. These were Tyrolean style headdresses and puppet-sized caps. Often they were decorated with large bouquets of feathers.
The hoods and hats coexisted for a long time. The women who wore the hoods were considered old matrons.
In 1890, women's fashion took over many elements from the men's wardrobe due to the spread of an active lifestyle. Therefore, the size of the cap decreased.
What was the Victorian style in men's clothes?Most urban men in those days wore shirts with cuffs, and on top of them a waistcoat. The waistcoat could have pockets designed for wearing handkerchiefs and watches. Above him, a belt could appear, thanks to which the figure of the young man seemed more slender.
As accessories, gloves, black or brown, were used. Gloves intended for winter, had a rim made of fur.
Men's coats of that time were very elegant. They included an ulster, a chesterfield and a tuxedo. In one of these coats went Sherlock Holmes.
Edwardian style reigned in the 1900s. Then the king of England became Edward the Seventh. In art, art nouveau is starting to prevail - a bizarre style.
By this time, the role of women in society is beginning to change. Higher education becomes accessible to it and participation in elections, now women and girls can go on bicycles and go in for sports.
But for a short period the fashion again becomes veryfeminine. These are long dresses of pastel tones, S-shaped corset. There is an "Edwardian style", which requires the lady to have a whole army of outfits. These are dresses for an evening walk, dresses for going out into the light, outfits for hunting and hiking to relatives ... Accessories included: gloves, a hat, an umbrella, shoes. Hats become very unusual and outstanding. Riding on the hat can be flowers, feathers of tropical birds, fruits. Dresses are made of beautiful and expensive materials: organza, velvet, cambric, silk.
Fashion houses in Paris show now dressesA narrow silhouette with a flat chest, with the likeness of a corset beneath them. Working women in this era preferred to wear almost the same clothes as men. I must say that in these years a large number of new magazines appeared, which showed how to properly dress.
Victorian style in children's clothes toowas present. They at that time copied the outfits of adults. The girls wore knee-length dresses, black shoes. Their hair was curly. They also wore hoods and hats.
Boys felt quite comfortable in blouses in the Russian style. In the course were suits of sailors and shirts with long collars.
And nowadays it often reminds of itselfVictorian era. The style of Queen Victoria's clothes is still popular. So, many modern designers prefer to use its elements in their collections. These are lush skirts, crinolines, corsets, high collars. Victorian style in honor of representatives of different subcultures, such as emo and Goth. These people like to combine clothes of different styles, for example, a leather jacket and a lavish chiffon skirt.
Any girl will not refuse to dress for a holiday inVictorian style. This is a magnificent dress with a corset and long sleeves, a hat with flowers, jewelry made of gold and silver, a beautiful belt. Using a little imagination and including imagination, you can create this outfit yourself.
