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Bloomers - latest in fashion 1909
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Bloomers - latest in fashion 1909
Suzanne Bergere walking around Paris, quite radical clothing for the late Edwardian era, a pair of nickerbockers
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Baggy Bergere Bloomer Bloomers Elastic Elasticated Fuller Garment Knickerbockers Latest Legs Loose Practical Puffed Suzanne Wear Fashionable
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This photograph, taken in Paris in 1909, showcases the latest fashion trend that was turning heads and challenging societal norms - bloomers. The elegant and fashionable woman in the image is Suzanne Bergere, who dared to defy the traditional constraints of late Edwardian fashion by wearing a pair of bloomers. Bloomers, a type of baggy, loose garment that covered the legs from the waist to the ankles, were typically worn with a tunic or blouse and were often elasticated for a more comfortable fit. The practicality and ease of movement offered by bloomers made them a popular choice among women who sought to embrace a more active lifestyle. However, their fuller, puffed legs and elasticated design were considered quite radical for the time and sparked controversy. The garment, which was initially designed for cyclists and athletes, was now being adopted by fashionable women as a statement piece, symbolizing a newfound sense of freedom and independence. Paris, the fashion capital of the world, was the perfect place for this trend to take hold. The city's avant-garde fashion scene embraced the bloomer trend, with designers and fashion houses incorporating the garment into their collections. Suzanne Bergere, with her confident and stylish demeanor, became an icon of this new fashion movement, inspiring women around the world to embrace the bloomer trend and challenge societal norms. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in fashion history, as the bloomer trend began to take root and reshape the way women dressed and saw themselves. The image is a testament to the power of fashion to challenge conventions and inspire change.
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