Inger Sheil discusses the influence of the 1920s and 1930s on modern fashion, highlighting the simplicity of the 1920s shift dresses and their dramatic departure from previous designs. Art deco fashion drew inspiration from diverse cultures following the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb, with elements of Persian and Russian styles evident. The 1930s introduced curvier silhouettes and intricate designs, influenced heavily by the escapist ideals of the time, particularly in response to the 1929 stock market crash that drove consumers towards glamorous escapism found in film and fashion.
"Every decade since, we've looked back to the 1920s for inspiration... you don't get the full effect of what these dresses look like until you see what they look like worn on a human body."
"Imagine what a shift it was to go from garments covered in fastenings to this, a very simple shift dress."
"The 1930s is all about sleeves... they look so simple and elegant, but there's so much work in the shaping."
"After the stock market crash of 1929, people wanted escapism, so they looked to the silver screen for inspiration."
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