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- What does a fashion designer do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Fashion designers create apparel, bags, shoes and accessories. Their work begins with sketches that show how the pieces will look. After they make illustrations, they produce patterns and select the fabrics and other materials that will go into producing the finished items. Designers also help to oversee the manufacturing process to ensure that garments and accessories reflect their visions. Shop a large collection of apparel, shoes, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What is circus fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Circus fashion is a term that describes playful designer apparel and accessories that features colorful fabrics, bold accents and unexpected silhouettes and elements. It gets its name from the costumes worn at big top circuses and grew out of Surrealist fashion. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of designer apparel.
- What guys wore in the 50s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Trends from the 1950s included skinny ties, sports coats, letterman jackets, bowling shirts and saddle shoes. Men like Frank Sinatra helped define trends in the 1950s.
- What does .50 mean on a ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The numbers stamped inside a diamond ring indicate the carat weight of the diamond in the ring. The number .50 would indicate the diamond is half a carat. This can be confirmed by the certificate or appraisal paperwork. Shop a selection of diamond rings and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- When was hippie fashion popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Hippie fashion was most popular during the 1960s. Defined by characteristics like loose cuts, bold prints, fringed details and flared hemlines, hippie-style clothing was a reaction to the more conservative tailored looks that people considered mainstream at the time. Young people adopted the hippie style as a form of protest against the establishment alongside pushes to expand civil rights and end the Vietnam War. Hippie fashion gradually faded from popularity during the 1970s but continues to influence boho-style clothing to this day. Explore a variety of 1960s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What is avant garde in fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Avant garde in fashion refers to forward-looking, innovative designs. Avant garde fashion pushes against mainstream trends and proposes unconventional ideas.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The types of fashion illustrations relate to the materials used to create them. They include pencil illustrations, charcoal illustrations and water illustrations produced with watercolors. On 1stDibs, find a collection of fashion illustration art from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a double old fashioned?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A double old-fashioned likely refers to a type of glass that can hold 12 to 16 fluid ounces. These glasses are typically used to serve dark spirits such as whiskey — specifically a larger portion than what is served in a traditional old-fashioned glass. Find a collection of antique and vintage double old-fashioned glasses on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A variety of feathers are used in fashion. Examples include rooster, ostrich and turkey. In addition, duck and goose feathers go into the insulation of some outerwear pieces. Shop an assortment of apparel from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A fashion illustration is a type of art that combines illustration, drawing and sketching to communicate fashion designs. Designers often use gouache, marker or ink to portray a garment design on a model. Fashion illustrations are a popular choice for enthusiasts and art collectors. Shop a range of fashion illustrations on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Thierry Mugler changed fashion by pushing the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean. He had a penchant for performance, drama and costuming that came from his background in ballet, having danced as a teenager with the Opéra national du Rhin in his hometown of Strasbourg, France. In the 1980s and 90s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, similar to those of his contemporaries Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix. In one of Mugler’s shows, the then-pregnant legendary supermodel Pat Cleveland was suspended from the ceiling and then glided down the runway surrounded by clouds of smoke. Mugler would become known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Thierry Mugler pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The first fashion designer was Charles Frederick Worth. Born in England in 1825, Worth apprenticed for textile merchants and relocated to Paris. There, after gaining experience in sales, the British tailor opened a dressmaking department for a large French company before he started a workshop of tailors and seamstresses who produced his early designs for the Parisian elite. Worth was an innovator and an influencer of his day. While his achievements, which include helping pioneer modern couture, are of great historical significance, they shouldn’t overshadow those of important early women in fashion such as Marie Callot Gerber and Jeanne Paquin. After all, fashion takes a village. On 1stDibs, shop a range of historical, vintage and contemporary apparel and accessories.
- How did Chanel change fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel became a trailblazer in the fashion world by offering women styling options that moved away from corsets and lace and more toward a practical approach to fashion. Her original styles included wide-leg pants and sailor shirts which enhanced the freedom of the body, an important aspect in her vision of fluid and androgenous clothing. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel clothing from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are sheepskin coats in fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Yes, sheepskin jackets have a tendency to remain in fashion year after year, even as style trends come and go. Many people prize jackets made out of sheepskin due to their durability, breathability and warmth. Both men and women may also appreciate the feel and look of genuine sheepskin. Explore a collection of sheepskin jackets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024In fashion, Hermès is known largely for its finely crafted handbags and small leather goods. However, the luxury French fashion house produces everything from clothing to modernist jewelry to pillows to scarves. Some iconic Hermès pieces include the Birkin bag, the Brides de Gala Tattoo bangle, the Clic Clac H bracelet, the Constance bag and wallet, the Kelly bag and the Constance belt. Explore a wide range of Hermès bags, apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A fashion illustration is sometimes called a croquis. The term refers to sketches made quickly of a model wearing a particular garment. Often, the croquis is the starting point for a fashion design. On 1stDibs, find a range of fashion illustration art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Fashion illustrations are essentially the blueprint for the designs. A designer illustrates their idea, which is then communicated to a pattern-maker and seamstress, who turn the drawings into a wearable piece. You’ll find a large collection of fashion illustrations from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How did Dali influence fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Salvador Dalí influenced fashion through his collaborations with Elsa Schiaparelli that included elements of Surrealism. The pair used unusual prints, materials and embellishments to create designs unlike anything else produced at the time. One example is the silk A-line emblazoned with a lobster that Wallis Simpson wore in a 1937 issue of Vogue. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Salvador Dalí art.
- Are chain necklaces in fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Chain necklaces are always in fashion. Jewelry trends are frequently changing but a dazzling chain necklace is a jewelry box essential. Fashionable chain necklaces include curb link chains, snake chains and ball chains. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link. Designers have tweaked a few styles repeatedly over the years, changing their scale and proportion. Find antique and vintage chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024In fashion, Paris is known for being home to the headquarters of many luxury houses. Dior, Givenchy, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Chanel, Saint-Laurent, Celine, Hermès, Lanvin and Louis Vuitton all call the city home. Paris also draws crowds twice per year with Paris Fashion Week, a series of fashion shows that feature top maisons showcasing their latest pieces. In addition, the city is home to some of the top fashion schools in Europe, including ESMOD International, the Institut Francais de la Mode, Studio Berçot and the Paris College of Art. Explore a wide range of French apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.