"Ruffl"-ution
Evolution and History of Ruffles
1400s
From the 14th century to the 17th century, ruffles were knows as "ruffs." A ruff was a "wide pleated collar that stood like a wheel around the neck". Often times, the ruff would hold up the head in a "proud and lordly pose" which made them popular among the nobility across Europe because it accentuated their social hierarchy. http://www.fashionencyclopedia.com/fashion_costume_culture/European-Culture-16th-Century/Ruffs.html#ixzz2RsDHPPUt |
The Elizabethan Era: 1558-1603
1600s
1700s
In the late 1600s & early 1700s, it was still very common for royalty to wear frivolous ruffles as a symbol of power or social hierarchy. the large collared ruffle began to disappear. I believe this was a result of the new clothing influenced by King Charles II of England where they wore collarless jackets.
For men, especially the ruffled collar had been around for a few centuries; so not having anything around their neck probably made them feel bare; so a more subdued lace collar. As for women, ruffles moved away from their faces and started to accentuate the trips of their garments and their sleeves. The movie Pirates of the Caribbean starring Keira Knightly, Orlando Bloom, and Jonathan Pryce took place in the 1700s and is a great example of the fashion during that time period. www.mikespassingthoughts.wordpress.com |
1900s
As we moved into the 20th century, the skirts became smaller, however the ruffled accents remained.
1900-1919:
1900-1919:
1920s
1930s
The glam of the ’30s was accentuated with tiered ruffles. Up until WWII, a more feminine and less boxy silhouette was the focus of many designers during the 30s.
The glam of the ’30s was accentuated with tiered ruffles. Up until WWII, a more feminine and less boxy silhouette was the focus of many designers during the 30s.
1940s
Come ’40s fashion, ruffles were prominent pieces of a female's wardrobe. After WWII, Christian Dior created "the New Look" for women; which, accentuated waist lines and defined curves. Flirtatious, innocent ruffles, as well as sexy, feminine peplums defined a whole new way of dress.
Come ’40s fashion, ruffles were prominent pieces of a female's wardrobe. After WWII, Christian Dior created "the New Look" for women; which, accentuated waist lines and defined curves. Flirtatious, innocent ruffles, as well as sexy, feminine peplums defined a whole new way of dress.
1950s & 1960s
Audrey Hepburn featured in Harper's Bazaar!
1980s
1990s
2000s
In the early 2000s, ruffles started to make an appearance again. In 2007 and 2008, the ruffles seem to be more sophisticated and feminine. As the years progress, the ruffles seem to be getting larger.
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012