Shoulder pads are a kind of cloth-coated pads used on men's and women's clothing to give the wearer the illusion of having a wider and less tilted shoulder. In male style, shoulder pads are often used in suits, jackets and coats, usually stitched at the top of the shoulders and tied between layers and layers of outer fabric. In women's clothing, their inclusion depends on the fashion sense of the day. Although from a non-fashion point of view they are generally for people with narrow or sloping shoulders, there are also some cases where shoulder pads will be required for a coat or blazer to compensate for the natural properties of a particular fabric, especially the suede blazer, due to its material weight. They are a popular addition to clothing (especially business attire) during the 1940s, 1980s, and late 2000s/2010s.
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1930 hingga 1945
The shoulder pads initially became popular for women in the 1930s when fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli incorporated them in her design in 1931, and the following year Joan Crawford wore them in the movie "Letty Lynton". At first, they are formed as a semi-circle or small triangle, and filled with wool, cotton or sawdust. They are positioned at the top of the sleeve, to extend the shoulder line. A good example of this is its use in the "leg o 'mutton" arm, or the bloating arm that is revived today, and based on the style of the 1890s.
After World War II began in 1939, women's modes became increasingly militarized. Jackets, coats, and even dresses are particularly influenced by the masculine style and shoulder pads become larger and positioned at the top of the shoulders to create a solid look. Soon the force was universal, found in all clothing except lingerie but tapered later in the decade after the war and women longed for a softer, more feminine look.
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1945 to 1970
During the late 1940s until around 1951, some dresses featured a smaller, softer shoulder pad with a slight bearing that was barely visible. Its function seems to have slightly formed a shoulder line.
In the 1950s, shoulder pads only appeared in jackets and coats - not in dresses, knits or blouses they had before during the early 1940s. In the early 1960s, this was slowly becoming less noticeable and in the mid-decade, the shoulder pads had disappeared.
1970s
The shoulder pads made their next appearance in women's clothing in the early 1970s, through the influence of British fashion designer Barbara Hulanicki and his label Biba. Biba produced a design influenced by styles of the 1930s and 1940s, so the soft version of the shoulder pad was revived. Ossie Clark is another London designer who used shoulder pads at the time. But these forces do not reach mainstream acceptance, and its popularity is relatively short.
1980s
During the early 1980s there was a revival of interest in the women's evening dress styles in the early 1940s: peplum, batwing sleeves and other design elements from that time were reinterpreted for new markets. The shoulder pads help define the silhouette and are reintroduced in the foam piece version, especially in well-cut clothing that is reminiscent of the era of World War II. British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher is internationally noted to adopt these modes. Before too long, these masculine forms were adopted by women seeking success in the corporate world and became the icon of a women's attempt to destroy the glass ceiling, a mission that was also added by their famous performances on the Dynasty TV series. I.
As the decade progressed, the shoulder pads became the fashion statement defined in that era, known as the power of dress and gave the perception of status and position to those who wore it. They are becoming bigger and more ubiquitous - any outfit from upward bra will come with a set of shoulder pads of its own. To prevent excessive shoulder padding, the velcro is stitched into the cushion so that the wearer can choose how many sets to wear. At the end of the age, some shoulder pads are about the size of a dinner plate.
1990s
The shoulder pad mode was brought in from the late 1980s with some popularity in the early 1990s, but the wearer's taste changed due to a reaction to the 1980s culture. Some designers continue to produce ranges that feature shoulder pads into the mid-1990s, because the shoulder pads stand out in women's formal attire, and clothing corresponding to the bottom, exemplified in The Nanny. But as the decades pass, they are outdated and shunned by young and fashion-conscious users. Appearance is reduced to smaller, smoother versions adding to the shoulder line of the jacket and coat.
2000s and 2010s
The late 2000s and early 2010s saw the rise of the shoulder pads. Many young women imitate pop artists, especially Lady Gaga and Rihanna, who are known for the use of shoulder pads in their stylish outfits. There are many shoulder pads on many runways, in fashion designer collections, and the rise of the 1980s trend to mainstream among many people who are interested in them. In the 2009-2010 season, shoulder pads have made their way back into the mainstream market. In 2010 many retailers like Wal-Mart have shoulder pads at least half of all bosses and women's blouses.
See also
- 1930-1945 in mode
- 1980s fashion
- Power Signs
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