Women's Dresses and Pantsuits

In the early 1920s, dresses had a natural waist line but were loose, sometimes even baggy. The waist line continued to drop to the hips so that women could kick up their legs while doing dances like the Charleston. In 1925, "shift" dresses had no waist at all. In fact, most flapper's dresses were of the "shift" style. These dresses, which were made to de-emphasize women's curves, were typically made for dancing and were very poplular in the 1920s. 

A flapper's shift dress

A wedding dress by Jean Patou

 

 

 

Likewise, pantsuits were worn loosely in the early 20s. Pantsuits were actually part of adopting a more masculine style. Some women adopted them along with hats, canes, and monocles.

French designer Jean Patou created two-piece sweater and skirt outfits in wool jersey. American women loved them for being natural and comfortable.