{"id":14951,"date":"2022-09-23T10:30:43","date_gmt":"2022-09-23T08:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homesandantiques.com\/?p=34613"},"modified":"2022-09-23T10:58:13","modified_gmt":"2022-09-23T08:58:13","slug":"fashion-through-the-decades-the-big-trends-and-how-to-shop-vintage-for-each-era","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/homesantiques\/rss_feed\/fashion-through-the-decades-the-big-trends-and-how-to-shop-vintage-for-each-era\/","title":{"rendered":"Fashion through the decades: the big trends and how to shop vintage for each era"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Jan Waldron\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Friday, 23 September 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Each decade brings with it a raft of new fashion trends. Here, we run you through the timeline of the great fashion eras \u2013 and the iconic items of clothing from each decades that have gone down in history. If you\u2019re a shopping fan, check out our round-up of the best places to buy vintage fashion in the UK<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Vintage fashion from the 1920s & 1930s<\/h2>\n

Some of the most collectable looks of the 20th century include the beaded flapper dresses of the 1920s and the sensuous bias-cut silk gowns of the 1930s. Naturally, designs from the 1920s are hardest to find, as they were often made from delicate fabrics that damage very easily and have often not stood the test of time. Knee-length gowns were de rigeur, when women were encouraged to bind their busts in order to attain a boyish figure. Simple drop-waisted shift dresses from the Twenties can still be bought. Expect to pay around \u00a3400, or even more, for a Twenties piece in good condition. For a pristine beaded flapper evening dress though, expect to pay in excess of \u00a31,000. It is possible to have garments restored, but can prove costly. Take the advice of the dealer if in doubt.<\/p>\n

Moving on to the 1930s hemlines dropped to the floor and womanly curves were shown off in bias-cut fabrics. Eveningwear featured stunning silk and satins, covered buttons, the glitter of lurex and built-up shoulders \u2013 think of Hollywood stars such as Greta Garbo. Thirties frocks are much easier to find \u2013 you can pick up a Thirties evening gown for around \u00a3300 (a couture piece may cost at least \u00a31,000).<\/p>\n

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French Evening Dress in Tulle net and Goffered Satin Silk Circa 1930\/1940 (1stDibs)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Daywear is more low-key and affordable, with cotton dresses in softly draping fabrics in sweet floral prints. Expect to pay upwards of \u00a360. As with all vintage<\/a> clothing, store items in acid-free paper to avoid damage.<\/p>\n

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