After World War II, with the rationing of fabrics and women’s desire for more feminine looks, Christian Dior created the sensual pencil skirt. The designer, who was also responsible for the New Look, also launched the innovative balone skirt. In 1960, stylist Mary Quant created the miniskirt; practical and easy to wear, the mini heralded the end of austerity and became the most popular model of recent times. I cannot avoid mentioning the famous Kilt - a must for men in formal Scottish ceremonies that has also become a women’s item and appeared in the collections of many designers. Skirt models like envelope, sarong and skort are also often re-interpreted by designers. (I have never heard of the “envelope” skirt – I looked it up and it appears to exist is the US. The closest thing I can find here is the “wrap” skirt). Now that you know a little of the history of skirts, you just have to pick one up and wear it out there. * For the photos, I selected items from my personal collection worn in a contemporary style. * On makeup: a fresh make-up effect and powerful lashes lend a very natural summer look.
Photos: Dani Luquini Cili: Gabi Figueira, Make-up Department: Luana Cunsolo, Clothing: personal collection (Fernanda)
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