Moulin Rouge Film Analysis

Some of our biggest celebrities, like Kim Kardashian, wear waist trainers and corsets because people still desire that hourglass figure. Most people know the dangers of corsets now, so they don’t wear them as often. Still, some people want to look good over everything and don’t care about the extreme health risks. Another example of Elizabethan fashion used today would be the process of building up material for a more “poofy” look. Tutus are used by ballerinas and just anyone who wants to wear it.

Women's hair in the Victorian age was extremely long. Women never got haircuts, only trims on occasion, and if they were ill. Having long hair was very desirable for women. In many photos, you will see that women had their long wavy hair down. In that age, loose hair wasn't perceived as respectful and was worn more for the sake of art. Children were allowed to wear their hair down but were expected to put it up when they are around the age of 15 or 16.

The early Victorian corsets had shoulder straps which supported the woman’s bust. But as the era went on these were replaced with more restricted styles. The hourglass figure was the one most desired and so this new shape was much shorter than the old styles. The bodice came up to the middle of the bust line which was then pushed and pulled upwards. The bottom area of the corset had a flared abdomen and hip area.

However, the lower class women were treated like working tools with almost no respect and gratitude. Life of a high or middle class in the Victorian Era, women can be described as a possession or a treasure of the family. Mainly women was treated for love interest and they were transparency. Respected women could not be cast-off for delightful sex and physical exertion. Foremost, livelihood for women during that time was to get wedded and take care of household tasks in the

Scarlett is also looking down upon the twins as if she were superior to them. The costume choices must be recognized during the first scene. Scarlett is dressed very lady-like in an outfit that fits the time period of the pre civil war south perfectly. The white ruffled dress that Scarlett is wearing completely covers her shoulders, legs and even her collarbones. The dress is completed with a red belt which adds a little flare to an otherwise innocent looking dress.

Dresses were essentially one straight line, giving a tubular silhouette to the woman’s body, with drop waist designs, sleeveless and short hemlines, ranging from mind-calf to just above the knee. 1920s fashion is most associated with the tiered, beaded, fringed 'Charleston ' dress, which gave complete freedom to the women to dance. During the depression years of the 1930 's fashion was driven by the fantasies of Hollywood. Hemlines dropped again to the ankles, and longer dresses were once again in vogue for eveningwear. The waistline rose to the natural waist, and dresses were now made of satin, chiffon, and soft crepe and draped along the body, often with bared

Their clothes were highly elegant made with silks and stains. They would make sure that servants and slaves performed necessary task in order to continue to have a lavish lifestyle. The only job wealthy European colonial women had was focusing n visiting other women and arranging special social events in where their husbands would meet with their contemporaries. The last group of women in the colonial period are Native American. In where the women played a important role.

This was in accordance with the traditional family structure that was deeply embedded in the roots of the Japan. The women of the Tokugawa Shogun resided in the Ooku and there were restrictions on the clothes worn based on rank, season and occasion (Cecilia Segawa Seigle 2014, pg2-4). For example, the lower ranking women were allowed to wear thin summer fabric like sukiya earlier in the year than the higher-ranking staff were. There were also regulations about personal crests. Above-audience women could not wear apparel with their own family or individual crests, so they wore kimonos that bore neither.

Chopin introduces Mademoiselle Reisz as a “homely woman” that possesses no taste in clothing and always embellishes her hair with an artificial violet (Chopin 33). Mademoiselle Reisz’s appearance represents how she also stands out among the Creole women because of her complete independence and refusal to conform to society. Chopin parallels Adelé Ratignolle to an angel with grace and beauty, regardless of her growing a little stout. Adelé also has long and voluptuous golden hair that “comb nor confing pin could restrain” (11).

Her dress would not create such a stir nowadays, as most celebrities wear sheer, extremely revealing clothing in public. If the script had been written in 1929, the women would most likely wear simpler more modest clothing and we would probably see more women in suits, yet the portrayal of the “flapper” look was quite accurate. Then again if the action was set later, we would probably notice changes not only in the clothing but also in the behaviour of women. The women in the jazz orchestra showed us a very unique perspective on modern femininity in that era. The act of drinking and smoking in the train was supposed to demonstrate the image of an independent woman opposing the traditional gender norms, which is associated with the suffrage movements that emerged in the 19th century.

As a result of the Sumptuary Laws, middle class women were sanctioned to wear clothing tailored of broadcloth, cotton, and linen, as well as wearing a chemise. A chemise was worn to protect clothing from sweat and body oils. The less wealthy middle class people wore jerkins and doublets in place of chemises. Doublets were worn over a shirt and waistcoat. Most oftenly, sleeves were made separate from the doublets (“Fashion and Classes”).

Very coordinated and accent outfits were a feature of 1920 's women’s fashion. This fashion included: Shoes, stockings, handbags, dresses, and hats. they all came together to make a perfect elegant style. (1920-30.com, 2012). The most popular shoes for women that were used during the 1920s were: T-strap(T-bar), Mary Jane, Oxford, and Pumps.

Her dress was very appropriate and showed a new aspect of her style to the public. However, some of the celebrities weren’t dressed as well as Gaga. We can see this in the photos of Amy Schumer. Schumer was wearing Zac Posen and as pretty as she looked, her dress was just bad. The style of the dress seemed looked very off the rack.

In this picture, male stars ' clothing is very similar, such as a black suit, black tie, and black shoes. The only difference maybe is that some people wear the bow tie and others wear the necktie. However, the female stars’ clothing is very obvious in the cast. One woman wore a low-cut white dress. Another woman wore a black chiffon dress.

Most of the time she wore chunky heels or black leather boots. Matter of fact; her favorite color was black and still continues to be. She loved mixing soft and rough textures which mainly included leather and lace. On top of her flowy long dresses, she wore flowery shawls and scarves. Her main hairstyle was her natural waves and her messy bangs.