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    Elegant 1914 Poiret Check Suit: A Fashion Revolution
    Elegant 1914 Poiret Check Suit: A Fashion Revolution
    Elegant 1914 Poiret Check Suit: A Fashion Revolution

    Elegant 1914 Poiret Check Suit: A Fashion Revolution

    $19.95

    This photograph from 1914 captures a striking example of women’s fashion known as the Poiret check suit. Designed by the French fashion designer Paul Poiret, this suit is emblematic of a significant shift in women’s clothing during the early 20th century. Poiret, who was a leading figure in the fashion world, is credited with liberating women from the restrictive corsets of the Victorian era. The Poiret check suit showcases his innovative use of bold patterns and relaxed silhouettes, reflecting the modernity and evolving social roles of women during this period.

    Taken by Bain News Service in New York City, the image not only highlights the suit’s unique design but also serves as a snapshot of fashion at a time when women began to embrace more practical attire. This shift coincided with broader societal changes, including women’s increasing participation in the workforce and public life, especially with the suffrage movement gaining momentum in the United States. As fashion became more intertwined with personal and political identity, the Poiret check suit stands as a notable representation of these transformative years in both style and culture.

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    Elegant 1914 Poiret Check Suit: A Fashion Revolution

    Elegant 1914 Poiret Check Suit: A Fashion Revolution

    8" x 10"
    $19.95
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