History of Haute Couture

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The History of Haute Couture Laura Cochran 12/1/05 Research 3 Haute Couture: The History of Haute Couture The history of Haute Couture has comeback to effect today’s fashion. With influences from designers, Women’s Rights, and WWII, it has become a huge success. But, considering these high priced items, Haute Couture may need to begin relying on different resources to keep it alive. I. What is Haute Couture? A. Costume design. 1.Practice for ready -to-wear. 2.Made on the customer’s body. B. Custom designed. 1.Hand sewn. 2.Details. 3.Needle work. II. Who is famous for Haute Couture? A. Designers. 1.Coca Chanel 2.Charles Fredrick Worth. B. Celebrities. 1. Blaine Trump 2. Versace III. How was it affected by World War 2. A. Designs. 1.Military like. 3. More fabric used in Paris. B. Rationing. 1.Less fabric used in the U.S. 2.mass produced lines. C. Postwar. 1.Haute Couture’s fame grew. VI. How was it effected by the Women’s Right’s Movement? A. Designers. 1. Coca Chanel B. Textiles 1. Low wages 2. Harsh conditions 3. Prostitution C. Liberation 1. Tunics and pants 2. Confidence 3. Men’s clothing V. How has Haute Couture affected today’s fashion? A. Trends making a comeback. 1. Gauchos 2. Ankle strap shoes B. Ready-to-wear 1. Pushed Haute Couture to the side 2. Mass-produced The History of Haute Couture Haute Couture still affects today’s fashion. The history of Haute

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