Fashions from 1918

 

I've been existing the past month down a rabbit hole of research into World War I.

One of the things I've particularly enjoyed was studying the fashions from 1918.

Gone are the restrictive corsets. (I bet those ladies were thrilled!)

The skirts, unlike the hobble skirts so popular earlier in the decade are much fuller and practical for moving around.

The skirts are also shorter, above the ankle. I love all three of these outfits and would excitedly wear any of them.

While the clothes are still lovely, they seem much more sensible and wearable than some of the past fashions. 

Yet, they are still feminine and so pretty.

I would totally wear this outfit, if I could get my hands on that pattern!

As for the men, they were as stylish as ever, even if they weren't in uniform.

What is your favorite era for fashions?

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