Decades of Fashions in Home
by Pixietails, HSM guest contributor
Home has a lot of diverse fashion. It seems like we can wear anything from t-shirts to space suits to medieval armor these days. We see a lot of beautiful fashion pictures over at the Ladies’ Fashion Runway, and that’s where my idea originally began–as a simple and fun project.
My first idea was to do a simple theme for a photoshoot: 50’s Hollywood Fashion. I had noticed that we have a lot of different fashion pieces in Home, and it would be easy to combine them and make retro-inspired outfits. But that line of thought took the idea even further; why limit myself to that decade? I thought about all the other things I’ve bought or received over time and realized that I could put together outfits from quite a few decades. And so that’s what I did.
I started in 1910 and took pictures of every decade up through 2010; 100 years of fashion in Playstation Home. I originally posted them in the Ladies’ Fashion Runway, but since not everyone here views that thread, Joanna_Dark_ pitched the idea that I should create a new thread, and I thought it was a wonderful idea. This way, everyone can see the pictures, comment, and post their own if they feel like it. It doesn’t have to be limited to women’s fashion!
I’ll start by posting a specific decade each day, until I’ve reached 2010. Feel free to comment and add your own pictures, I know we would all love to see them. Don’t be shy!
I would also like to thank DiamondDust816 for her support and help with nearly every photoshoot, and Aeternitas33 for his help and appearance as well. Also, thank you to the ladies of the Fashion Runway for your kind comments and wonderful ideas. I appreciate you all very much. Without your support, I wouldn’t even be making this thread, so thank you!
1910s
Men and women’s fashion saw a change in the early years of the century. For women, the stiff, hourglass silhouette began to diminish in favor of a softer, flowing look. Skirts rose a bit, but were still long, around ankle length. Men wore three-piece suits, and often wore cuffed trousers. During the war years, fashion was not as big of a concern as it used to be. Clothes were chosen for usefulness, and were more simple with a monochromatic look. Throughout the decade, women often wore adorned hats. Late in the decade, burlesque entertainment found its place on American soil. Though not the traditional vaudeville acts of the 1800s, burlesque dancing and performances became popular, with women often wearing outrageous costumes.
- 1920s
After World War I, America began to relax–Prohibition did little to slow down the good times. Fashion became a big concern again. Women began to liberate themselves and a somewhat boyish figure became more popular. Dress waists dropped, hems rose to the knee, hair was cut short and women began to wear trousers. Designer fashions were popular, as were gloves, pearls, hats and other accessories. Men wore suits throughout the decade, with high-waisted jackets in the earlier years. Baggy pants arrived halfway through the decade and would be popular for some time to come. Men of all classes often wore hats; fedoras and newsboy caps became common.
- 1930s
The Great Depression hit Americans hard. Women’s fashion returned to a more feminine look with longer skirts and more simple designs. Gloves, hats, feminine suits and evening gowns were important in the earlier years of the decade. Men’s suits did not change too much, but the colors of their clothes faded from the bright shades popular in the 20s. Trouser legs eventually became tapered again, and fabric was softer. Wartime placed even more strain on fashion. Women wore simple skirts and blouses and often remade men’s old suits. Men’s suits were made without buttons or pockets.
- 1940s
During World War II, clothing became more scarce Nylons became very popular, but were extremely difficult to find in the early years of the decade, since the material was recalled for use in making parachutes. Sometimes women actually drew nylon ‘seams’ on their legs.. Knee length skirts, jackets, gloves and adorned hats were very popular. For men, zoot suits came into fashion. Fedoras were the most commonly worn hat.
- 1950s
Women’s fashion became big again in the 1950s, the time of women such as Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Lucille Ball and Bettie Page. The full skirt, gloves, and pointed bust were in vogue, as were pencil skirts and high heels. Stilettos were introduced in the early years of the decade and became popular toward the 60s. Pedal pushers and shorts for the younger women were also popular. For men, suits were still common. Some of the younger crowd preferred the greased back hairstyle popular with the so-called ‘deliquent’ crowd, as well as rolled up jeans and leather jackets. Elvis Presley’s pompadour hairstyle was often copied.
- 1960s
A time of fashionable and social changes. In the beginning of the decade, Jackie Kennedy’s feminine elegance was widely popular. Stiletto heels were big, as were pillbox hats and capris. Men’s clothing became more colorful, and wide ties and leather boots were commonly worn. In the mid 1960’s, the miniskirt became a huge hit. ‘Mod’ clothing became big. Velvet minidresses, false eyelashes, gogo boots, psychadelic prints and bell bottoms were popular during the middle years. The Beatles and their fashion had a strong influence all throughout the decade. By the later years, the hippie look was in full swing. Men and women both wore frayed bell bottoms, tie dye shirts, fringe, headbands, sandles and beads. Paisley and animal prints were popular. Both men and women wore their hair long. Women also wore long skirts, peasant shirts and lots of bangles.
- 1970s
The beginning of the decade saw a continuation of the hippie look–peasant blouses, mini-skirts and fringe. Jeans and platform shoes were big, as were hot pants and vintage fashion. Some fashionable choices for men included leisure suits, jeans, t-shirts and leather. Music had a big impact on fashion throughout the decade with rock and punk, and in the latter part of the decade disco, with the help of the large amount of synthetic fabrics, had a large influence on clothing.
- 1980s
Women’s fashion saw a lot of variety; hair was big, clothes were flashy and colorful, and jewelry ranged from tacky to chic. Madonna was a huge influence on girls with her crucifix necklaces and beads, lacey gloves, tulle skirts, underwear as outwear and hair bows. Leg warmers, leggings and mini skirts were a definite hit. Ripped sweatshirts a la Flashdance and shoulder pads were hot trends. Tight, acid wash jeans were popular for both sexes. Men saw colorful clothing as well, especially with the Miami Vice trend. T-shirts and colorful jackets were often worn. Hawaiian shirts become popular, as did preppy and punk fashions.
- 1990s
The beginning of the decade saw some of the 80s carry over. Jeans and tennis shoes were popular, as were colorful tights and leggings. As fashion progressed through the decade, retro looks returned and preppy fashions prevailed. Midriffs were bared, skirts were short, and platform shoes were not uncommon. The surfer/beach look was also popular, as was grunge, hip hop and goth.
- 2000s
The fashion after the turn of the century cannot be as easily categorized. Retro fashions returned, skinny jeans became popular again and music styles such as rock, hip-hop emo and pop heavily influenced style. Skater boy/girl fashion was popular as well. A girl could dress casually in shorts or a skirt, and jeans could be dressed up with a pair of high heels. It’s nearly impossible to showcase every trend of the recent years, and fashion is always changing. Who knows what this new decade will bring?
May 30th, 2011 by Pixietails | 10 comments
Pixietails is a 25-year-old gamer who has worked for several newspapers and absolutely adores Home.
PixieTails, why aren’t you doing an ongoing Fashion column for this magazine? You are a very talented writer!
I didn’t know you wanted anything else from me since you seem to cover fashion so well! Haha thank you, I’m not really sure what else I would write about, but I would be very willing to do another article.
Yes it is an amazing job in so many ways. Pixie is awesome and super talented and I loved the photo shoots when posted to the Runway. I am so happy that she took it and shared what she did with so many others.
Hugs
Joanna
You are so kind, Jo, thank you very much!
You should do a monthly Fashion Piece for Home Station. I know it would be wonderfully done each month. That’s if you have the time. I know things like this do take a commitment and time. I certainly feel you are more than qualified.
Loved the article but I noticed there were no pictures for the sixties, is that a mistake or didn’t she find anything to go there? I have a few sixties outfits myself so I wondered. Anyway good article, very interesting take on fashion in Home.
There are two ‘sixties’ pictures up there. The mod gogo dancer and the sort of hippie look with the shorts, sandals, bangles and vest.
Ok must have been a bad load I see them now.
Very nice a look threw the decades Home is a reflextion of real life trends thanks so much now I can show my girl’s how far home has come.
I very much enjoyed the photos and write-ups on the PSN Home Forum. It’s great to see them here. Congratulations and thanks!