DFB303 Study Guide - Final Guide: Miu Miu, Denim, Filippo Tommaso Marinetti
Document Summary
The cycle of novelty and obsolescence is caught in a self- cancelling relationship. Paris became the capital of fashion because of social relationships between performers and spectators: not because of opulence, outstanding designs etc. There was an importance of being seen in the new modern city. 1643-1715: louis xiv established his power through etiquettes and dress rules, who could wear what and when like politics. 1710-1774: the french court continues to uphold these strict dress regulations. 1774-1792: marie antoinette used her fashion as politics of appearance", took inspiration from louis xiv. 1789: french revolution marked the end of the ancient regime dress codes, much simpler, rid of excess jewels, dressing etc. 1805-1814: when napoleon crowned himself he reinstated the court dress splendour and luxury. As a result, fashionable dress was no longer confined to the aristocratic class: with the rise of new professions, making money from work was seen as more acceptable.
