EXPLORING THE HISTORICAL LAYERS OF VICTORIAN SOCIETY & FASHION TRENDS: A LITERARY REVIEW

Jyoti Sawant; Ramratan Guru; Priyanka Yadav; Makarand Sharad Bapat; Jaswant Singh; Paramjeet Kaur

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.757

Authors

Jyoti Sawant Assistant Professor, School of Fashion, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India
Ramratan Guru Assistant Professor, School of Design, Mody University of Science and Technology, SIkar, Rajasthan, India
Priyanka Yadav Assistant Professor, School of Design, Mody University of Science and Technology, SIkar, Rajasthan, India
Makarand Sharad Bapat Assistant Professor, Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Design, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidhayapeeth, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Jaswant Singh Assistant Professor, School of Fashion, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India
Paramjeet Kaur Assistant Professor, School of Fashion, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.757

Keywords:

Victorian Era, Fashion, Queen Victoria, Embroidery, Gowns

Abstract [English]

The Victorian era, spanning Queen Victoria's reign from 1837 to 1901, witnessed a complex interplay of societal norms, cultural trends, economic factors, and gender roles that profoundly influenced fashion. This era was characterized by a strict code of morality and respectability, leading to clothing that emphasized modesty and concealment, along with a distinctive class-based approach to attire. The fascination with Orientalism and the Arts and Crafts Movement left a distinct mark on fashion, introducing exotic elements and handmade details. Economic and technological factors, notably the Industrial Revolution, transformed the fabric market and influenced clothing availability and affordability. The proliferation of visual media disseminated fashion trends, while distinct men's and women's fashion reflected the "separate spheres" ideology. This exploration of Victorian fashion is not merely a retrospective analysis but an examination of how clothing serves as a mirror to society. The legacy of this era endures, influencing contemporary fashion and underscoring the enduring relationship between attire and culture. The study of Victorian fashion offers a deeper understanding of how societal values, cultural dynamics, economic forces, and gender constructs intertwine to shape the clothing choices of a bygone era, leaving a rich and resonant tapestry of historical and cultural significance.

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