Author : Jon Floyd

When Did Dresses Appear?

Experts believe the world’s oldest dress is the Tarkhan Dress, made and worn in Egypt over 5000 years ago. However, there is some evidence that dresses existed before this. We can trace the origin of dresses back to the beginning of humanity when humans formed different social groups or tribes. Who invented the first dresses? […]

Why Do Balinese Wear Sarongs?

Sarong is a very ventilating alternative to your normal clothes. It’s perfect to start your life in Bali and to immerse yourself in their culture. Do men wear sarongs in Bali? Most people think of sarongs as being typically used by women. In Bali this is not true. Sarongs are used by both men and […]

Why Do Humans Need Dresses?

Clothing protects against many things that might injure or irritate the naked human body, including rain, snow, wind, and other weather, as well as from the sun. Garments that are too sheer, thin, small, or tight offer less protection. Appropriate clothes can also reduce risk during activities such as work or sport. Why do humans […]

How Did Boys Dress In World War 2?

Play clothes very often consisted of handed down baggy khaki shorts and a pyjama top. After the War there was a lot of khaki material available. In cold weather I well remember the humiliation of having to wear socks on my hands as a replacement for gloves. What did men wear during WWII? Trench coats, […]

Who Was The First Dressmaker?

By the end of his career, his fashion house employed 1,200 people and its impact on fashion taste was far-reaching. Charles Frederick Worth Died 10 March 1895 (aged 69) Paris, France Nationality English Occupation Fashion designer Known for Creating haute couture Who is the first dressmaker in the world? Charles Frederick WorthWhat we do know […]

Do Men Wear Dresses In Other Cultures?

It’s not socially acceptable in some places (North America and Europe, mostly), but in many other places men wear skirts and dresses as naturally as pants. Yukata are still popular in Japan, dhoti and lungi are popular in south India, kilts will never go out of fashion in Scotland. Did men historically wear dresses? In […]

Should I Dress My Dog Up For Halloween?

She says she doesn’t have an issue with dogs in costumes, but there are certain things to bear in mind. “Anything a dog wears shouldn’t inhibit natural behaviour; a dog should always be allowed to be a dog. A costume with a hood will cause stress and therefore change the dog’s behaviour and should be […]

What Were 1940S Dresses Called?

The shirtwaist was by far the most common 1940s dress top. Instead of buttoning up the back, shirtwaist dresses slipped over the head and buttoned in the front with rather large (2 inch) buttons. Four to six buttons extended down to the waistline. What type of clothing was popular in the 1940s? While girls primarily […]

How Do You Deal With Being Overdressed?

Here are five tips on how to deal with being overdressed: Ask yourself whether being overdressed is really a problem. Ask yourself whether this overdressed issue is actually just a confidence problem. Know the situation. Wear flexible outfits. Focus on the fit of your clothing. What do you do if you are overdressed at a […]

Why Do Some Girls Dress Modestly?

One reason a woman dresses modestly is because of self-respect. Second, dressing modest takes the focus off “dressing sexy,” “looking hot,” and many of the other reasons for wearing revealing clothing. Instead, dressing modestly shifts the focus to glorifying our Lord and Savior. 3. Why do girls have to dress modest? The simple designs of […]

What Does It Mean To Wear A Scarf On Your Head?

Headscarves may be worn for a variety of purposes, such as protection of the head or hair from rain, wind, dirt, cold, warmth, for sanitation, for fashion, recognition or social distinction; with religious significance, to hide baldness, out of modesty, or other forms of social convention. Is it inappropriate to wear a head scarf? If […]

Can You Pin A Silk Scarf?

The silk fabric would be damaged forever. Instead, use a large brooch, pull your scarf through the loop of your brooch and then pin your scarf on your blouse, jacket or coat. How do you secure a silk scarf top? The Steps: Fold the scarf diagonally into a triangular shape. Fold the triangle in half […]