what restrictions did the people of france face about their clothing before the french revolution ? explain
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a trend of clothing was prevelant for the women. Wide hoops \were worn under the skirt that extended sideways, became a staple. Extremely wide panniers were worn to formal occasions, while smaller
ones were worn in everyday settings. Waists were tightly constricted by
corsets, provided contrasts to the wide skirts. Plunging necklines
also became common. Skirts usually opened at the front, displaying an
underskirt or petticoat. Pagoda sleeves arose about halfway through the 18th
century, which were tight from shoulder to elbow and ended with flared
lace and ribbons. There were a few main types of dresses worn during
this period. The Watteau gown had a loose back which became part of the
full skirt and a tight bodice.At the beginning of the period, women wore their hair tight to the head,
sometimes powdered or topped with lace kerchiefs, a stark contrast to
their wide panniers. However, hair progressively was worn higher and
higher until wigs were required. These towering tresses were
elaborately curled and adorned with feathers, flowers, miniature
sculptures and figures. Hair was powdered with wheat meal and flour,
which caused outrage among lower classes as the price of bread became
dangerously high.
Men generally wore different variations of the habit : a coat, waistcoat, and breeches.The waistcoat was the most decorative piece, usually lavishly embroidered or displaying patterned fabrics. Lace jabots were still worn tied around the neck. Breeches usually stopped at the knee, with white stockings worn underneath and heeled shoes, which usually had large square buckles. Coats were worn closer to the body and were not as skirt-like as during the Baroque era. They were also worn more open to showcase the elaborate waistcoats. Tricorne hats became popular during this period, often edged with braid and decorated with ostrich feathers. Wigs were usually worn by men, preferably white. The cadogan style of men’s hair developed and became popular
Men generally wore different variations of the habit : a coat, waistcoat, and breeches.The waistcoat was the most decorative piece, usually lavishly embroidered or displaying patterned fabrics. Lace jabots were still worn tied around the neck. Breeches usually stopped at the knee, with white stockings worn underneath and heeled shoes, which usually had large square buckles. Coats were worn closer to the body and were not as skirt-like as during the Baroque era. They were also worn more open to showcase the elaborate waistcoats. Tricorne hats became popular during this period, often edged with braid and decorated with ostrich feathers. Wigs were usually worn by men, preferably white. The cadogan style of men’s hair developed and became popular
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