The 60's Through Fashion

Through my research of the 60’s decade, I have learned that fashion styles and trends can be separated into two specific areas.

During the early stages of this decade of social change, until about 1966, fashion was directed towards a sophisticated and glamorous look. This look reflected style icons of the time such as Jackie Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn and Mary Quant. Many of the fashions were inspired by the creations of Coco Chanel, who specialised in chic suits with either trousers or knee length skirts and worn by the socially elite, wealthy women.

At the same time, the designs, concepts and creations of Mary Quant emerged in America, and were embraced by the youth. She is credited with introducing the miniskirt into common society. She created her clothing to fit herself, as did Chanel, and from this, the slim, boyish, schoolgirl figure became popular. This can be seen in the popularity of models of the time such as Twiggy and Jean Shrimpton.

Towards the end of this fashio...