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The Harem Skirt
Daring fashions for women in " The Sphere" magazine, 1927. The accompanying text scathingly declares that the Harem Skirt is " what we hope it will never be", adding for good measure that this fashion trend is " a possible result of emancipation".
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Cigarette Crop Daring Divided Emancipation Eton Feminine Femininity Feminism Harem Length Models Sep16 Skirt Skirts 1927 Bifurcated Masculine Short
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The Harem Skirt: A Daring Fashion Trend of the 1920s that Defied Feminine Norms This image from "The Sphere" magazine, published in September 16, 1927, showcases a bold and controversial fashion trend of the Roaring Twenties - the Harem Skirt. The model, with a cigarette in hand, exudes a modern and daring attitude, challenging the traditional notions of femininity and feminine attire. The Harem Skirt, also known as the Eton Crop, Divided, or Bifurcated Skirt, was a radical departure from the conventional floor-length dresses and petticoats of the time. This short, cropped skirt, inspired by Middle Eastern harem garments, revealed the calves and ankles, areas previously concealed from public view. The accompanying text in "The Sphere" magazine scathingly declared that the Harem Skirt was "what we hope it will never be." The author added that this fashion trend was "a possible result of emancipation," implying a disapproval of women's newfound freedom and autonomy. The Harem Skirt was seen as a symbol of masculinization and a departure from the delicate, feminine ideals of the time. Despite the criticism, the Harem Skirt represented a significant shift in women's fashion and attitudes towards gender roles. It embodied the spirit of the 1920s, a decade of liberation, modernity, and daring self-expression. The Harem Skirt was a testament to the changing times and the growing influence of feminism and women's rights movements. This photograph serves as a reminder of the ongoing debate surrounding women's fashion and the role it plays in shaping societal norms and expectations. The Harem Skirt may have been considered daring and provocative in its time, but it paved the way for future fashion trends that continue to challenge and redefine femininity and women's roles in society.
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