The Origin of Chic

Today we're visiting a timeless piece in fashion history: the little black dress. Fashion maverick Coco Chanel introduced the world to this design on October 1st, 1926, creating an instant sensation with a side of rebellion. Chanel broke all the rules with her combination of sleek, simple, and a color traditionally associated with mourning. The little black dress soared to success across the fashion industry, and finally earning the nickname the "Ford dress" for its simplicity and high demand. Most items in fashion come and go, but not Chanel's creation. The LBD endured the test of time, transcending eras of trends. The 40's and 50's were host to a more conservative LBD, only accentuating a small waist and full hips. Audrey Hepburn modernized and popularized the style in her Breakfast At Tiffany's, in which she sported Givenchy's take on the look. The little black dress then continued

to make appearances throughout the decades, and to this day can be

found in the closet of any fashionable woman. It is a timeless look,

one that truly brought about the meaning of the word, chic.  



Intro

Fashion has its own voice, a personal language spoken worldwide. Whether it's a sleek dress, a designer scarf, or a simple pair of shoes, an individual's style choice can reveal their emotions, their attitude, even their personality. I love fashion because something as simple as fabric stitched together in a particular way can have worlds of impact on an entire business, then trickle down into the everyday lives of people across the globe.

In this blog, I will discuss a different designer or trend weekly, bother modern and vintage. This could include a designer's style, their works, the rise of a trend, or my personal opinion on the aforementioned.