Fashion, class and power
Who had access to luxury fabrics like silk and velvet?
Elite groups.
Why did people reuse or make clothes during crises?
Lack of money.
What is an example of cultural fusion in clothing?
Poncho.
How did fashion reflect differences between men and women in the past?
Clothing showed clear differences between genders.
What did magazines include to help people follow fashion?
Patterns and illustrations.
What was European fashion associated with during colonial Argentina?
Power and status.
Why did women’s clothing change during World War I?
Because they started working/needed practical clothes.
What is one example that shows Buenos Aires was not just European, but also uniquely Argentine?
Tango, because it mixes immigrant influences with local culture.
How do young people use fashion today?
To show identity and belonging.
What are the main characteristics of fashion in Argentina today?
It is creative, diverse, and mixes global and local styles.
What were sumptuary laws used for?
To control what people could wear/show social class.
How did wars affect fashion in Argentina?
Limited European influence.
What values did the gaucho represent in Argentine identity?
Freedom, independence, and a strong connection to the land.
Who introduced more comfortable and practical clothing for women?
Coco Chanel.
Why is globalization both an opportunity and a challenge for Argentine designers?
It’s an opportunity because they can reach global markets, but a challenge because of fast fashion and pressure to follow international trends.
Why did the Argentine elite want Buenos Aires to look like Paris?
Because they wanted to show that Argentina was modern, developed, and similar to Europe.
What happened to traditional Argentine clothing after industrialization?
It mixed with European styles to create a new national style.