for your information, it's extremely tight! boned bodice, which emphasise the small waists of women, made women difficult to breathe. Thus, also explaining the pale and frail looks on these women. some dresses also have narrow sleeves, which restricts women's arms movement. such Victorian dresses also explains the design of your wedding gowns.

enough of explanations, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, also known as the 'creator' of the current brand : Chanel.

Chanel thought those Victorian dresses restricts women from doing things, such as sports, going to beaches (which was very popular at that time). So, Paul Poiret REMOVED boned bodice (i think that's what u call it). BUT the dress was still no much difference from the actual Victorian dresses, just that women can finally breathe. SO, Chanel designed and introduced totally new clothes ranging from no-collar tops to pant suits. She believes in simplicity. She took the plunge, threw away colours and brought in - black. which then became a trend in the 1920s.

no more suffocating Victorians dresses! thanks to Coco Chanel.

so u think fashion's all about 'this season' or how good u look? let's listen to the history.

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