During World War I, changes in the economy resulted in:
What invention had a massive impact on fashion by changing the way we buy clothes, and also how they are marketed?
What piece of equipment did Samuel Crompton invent?
Before World War I, what country was the main fashion house found in?
Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis were granted a patent for an invention that added strength to pocket seams and other weak points on waist overalls. This invention is known as a:
Levi Strauss designed the first waist overalls during which time period?
Historically in Western culture, women did not show their legs in public. During which era did women's hemlines rise dramatically?
What invention resulted in Elias Howe suing Isaac Singer for patent infringement?
After World War II, which garment gained widespread public acceptance for women?
During which time did the government find it necessary to ration food, gas, and even clothing?
Which invention revolutionized cotton farming, by separating the cotton seed from the raw cotton fibers?
Guidelines for sizing patterns or clothing are known as:
What invention allowed a single weaver to weave much wider fabrics and could be mechanized, allowing for automatic machine looms?
What is the term used to describe factory made clothing, sold in finished condition, and in standardized sizes?
James Hargreaves invented the:
What term is used to describe cheap and affordable clothing that quickly moves designs from the catwalk to stores in an effort to capitalize on the latest fashion trends?
Which 20th century designer created the "New Look", a very feminine look with rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, and a very full skirt?
What invention is credited for making fashion global?
The first ready-to-wear garments that were mass produced were:
Who invented the first home sewing pattern?
Who is credited with inventing the American blue jean?
Who is known as the "Father of Haute Couture"?
Eli Whitney invented the:
Who popularized the "little black dress"?
During what time period were the flying shuttle and the cotton gin invented?
What influences affected the fashion industry during the Industrial
Revolution?
What inventions were significant for the apparel industry during the
19th century?
Which fashion designers were most influential during the 19th and
20th centuries?