Finally, hemlines crept up slightly past the ankle, making walking less of a chore. Unfortunately, this coincided with a trend for "hobble skirts," a style popularized by designer P… See more

Flapper ensembles are instantly recognizable as the look of the '20s, and it's easy to see why: With their relaxed drop waists, ornately beaded designs, and feathered a… See more

While the American public was reeling from the Great Depression, the silver screen became a welcome site of escapism. There, film icons like Bette Davis, Jean Harlow, an… See more

One of the less predictable consequences of wartime was the increasing popularity of the two-piece swimsuit, a result of fabric rationing enforced by the U.S. government beginning i… See more