How has Fashion Evolved Over the Years?

By Martyna Kisz

Date: 27/10/2021

Fashion, not style, it is a statement. Fashion does not have to be worn casually, nor outside the runway. Fashion is for people of all shapes and sizes, regardless of ethnicity, gender, or religious values. Fashion is suitable for people of all sizes and ages. Fashion is a form of personal expression, not a justification for being attractive, popular, or charismatic.

Throughout the years fashion trends have been changing constantly, although we still look at past fashion creations and take inspiration from it, adapting them to our wardrobe. The old is gradually replaced by the new. Athletes, musicians, movie stars, and social media are all impacted by popular culture. They're also interested in what individuals wear in popular movies, TV series, online videos, books, and music. The fashion industry's advertising also has an impact on us.

By the constantly changing trends independent fashion brands are unable to create their clothes sustainably, therefore people turn to fast fashion because of its affordability and fastness to keep up with the constant change. Unfortunately this comes with numerous consequences that involve our planet slowly running out of natural resources. Slow fashion production is a lengthy process, because of the few workers that can design, look for materials, sew all of the clothing and much more that comes as a disadvantage of being a small fashion business owner. The question is: What can we do to keep up with the trends, while still avoiding buying fast fashion? The answer isn't as simple because there are not many choices, although the possibilities are:

• Buying from a second hand store, as a lot of past trends are coming back it is easier to find trendy pieces of clothing, therefore giving them a second life,

• Upcycling your old clothes, probably your grandmother or someone you know owns a sewing machine, which can help in remodeling your clothes according to your liking,

• Skip the trends and dress how YOU like, therefore expressing yourself through creativity. Fashion has no limits, and is a mix of all areas of knowledge.

As stated before fashion trends from the past have been becoming more popular, people turning to 80s,90s, and y2k fashion trends. Although people tend to use basics and pair them with some unique accessories. making their outfit become original and unique. The fashion industry is starting to get obsessed with the past, which is not anything new or surprising. As stated by Heather Newberger "Fashion tends to work in 30-year cycles," many of the most popular trends of the '90s were simply reinterpreted versions of trends from the '60s and '70s. What has been noticeable is as the pace of life accelerates, trends shift more quickly and reappear 20 years later.

Princess Diana was and still is an inspiration not only for her actions, but also for her sense of style. The princess wears bike shorts, and sneakers, which have all recently become coming back trends. The tote that Diana is wearing in the photo was brought back by Gucci and is now known as the "Diana Bag" as a result of Diana's enormous fashion influence. The House originally produced a bamboo handle tote in 1991, which was symbolic of the time period. The bag has been reinvented by Alessandro Michele, in keeping with Gucci's concept of growth and reinvention.

As a result of growing up with athleisure, girls are now more obsessed with her informal, unstudied looks. In her most recent Vogue picture, Hailey Bieber replicated some of Diana's most casual paparazzi outfits. The princess enjoyed taking fashion risks and understood the power of clothing better than many others at the time. She was most herself in "normal clothing," and we're still charmed by her ability to put together an outfit from just a pair of biking shorts and a hoodie.

If we look closely, we can see that her impact has never disappeared, as evidenced by the most recent street style looks. It's partly because, aside from the allure of Diana's particular style, fashion is still enamored of the '80s and '90s vibes. This is motivated by the simplicity and approachability of the seemingly effortless look, which allows Diana to present herself as a "regular person" but rather show us the real side of herself, inspiring people with her street style looks. She was clearly constructing a wardrobe during the later years of her life that no longer concealed who she was on the inside, but rather a collection that was edited, elegant, and forward-thinking, hinting at a sense of freedom and a chance at happiness

In the 1990s, Gwyneth Paltrow rose to popularity as one of Hollywood's top actresses in the '90s, starring in some of the most memorable films of the decade. She's a fashion icon that features on a majority of mood boards, thanks to her minimalist and elegant style. Interest in the minimalist-era clothes of the style icon is at an all-time peak. Her minimalist look has influenced everyone's street style for nearly three decades.

We can all agree that one of Gwyneth's most famous looks is from the set of Great Expectations in 1998, when she wore a long garden-green Donna Karan slip skirt and a barely buttoned top. It's also fairly office-appropriate for such a comfortable and effortless-looking garment. Since then, we've delved further into her unique sense of style and drawn inspiration from it.

Bella Khair Hadid is a popular model in the 2020s who uses her platform to advocate for social justice, particularly in the last year. The supermodels' outfits are full of inspiration, ranging from streetwear to edgy nighttime looks. She has established herself as a fashion legend both on and off the runway since her debut at the age of 19 on the catwalk. She is not just my fashion influence, but also a role model for many others. She is recognized for wearing fashion trends from the early 2000s.

She embraced ease and practicality while attending events, premiers, or simply walking down the street. Tastemakers in quest of powerful outerwear turned to leather in all its varieties, including vintage, vegan, patent, and more. Bella Hadid walked down the street in Manhattan wearing a seafoam Saks Potts coat and matching Holzweiler trousers, effectively converting the pavement into her personal runway. She wears several shades of green, a fashionable color that has previously been seen on Gwyneth Paltrow. Her dress and accessories, when combined with the various components, embrace her style independence and expression, encouraging many young women.

Stephanie Seymour has ruled the catwalk for more than 25 years, and her beautiful styles continue to dazzle. She was caught off guard, yet she still managed to look fantastic in the paparazzi images, as if she were giving the photographers a photoshoot. While wandering on the streets of New York City, she undoubtedly made a statement and stood out from the crowd. She demonstrates that fashion is for everyone, as well as a wonderful way to express oneself, by pairing plain and minimalistic attire with vibrant and patterned accessories.

Stephanie Seymour, a genuine all-rounder, published her first book, Stephanie Seymour's Beauty Secrets for Dummies, in 1999, in which she shares all of her beauty and wellness secrets, illustrated by images by François Nars. A must-have for any model's library. Stephanie Seymour strolling in New York City's streets. She wore a black and brown coat similar to the one Bella Hadid wore in her recent street style pictures. Stephanie completes her ensemble with a leopard print bag, which makes a statement and serves as inspiration for today's street style.

Alexa Demie, who is most known for her role in HBO's Euphoria, makes a statement throughout every costume she wears on and off set. She is well recognized for her portrayal of Maddie, a character who wishes to express herself through the use of clothes and makeup. Fashion icons from the 2000s and 1990s, such as Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, have influenced her significantly. She is a fashion icon who understands what she wants to convey through her wardrobe.

Alexa wears an Aidan Euan custom designed outfit influenced by the '90s disco style in Season 1, Episode 8 of Euphoria, "And Salt the Earth Behind You." As can be seen, the costume makes a statement and has been seen on many past red carpets. Meghan Fox and Bella Hadid both wore sheer-looking outfits that highlighted their silhouettes and individuality.