... their dance halls allowed them to take "back what they felt was rightfully theirs; their bodies, their time, and the freedom to construct, affirm, or reject identities in their own fashion and among their own peers" (Espana-Maram). These dance halls were crucial to the survival of the youth. Girls at the dance halls would charge ten cents per dance, and ... . Her videos were constantly banned, showing society's reluctance to accept the use of a young body as a mode of expression. She is well known for her ability to start new fads, from dancing to fashion. She inspired the "Vogue" style,...

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... beliefs or enjoy oneself or "go along with the crowd". To tie in with modern times and to simplify the idea, one can consider modern fashion which is endorsed by society. Persons which are part of the fads and dress accordingly by the rules are considered to be the "popular" part of society. But the ones that drift from the set principles ... ...

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... , and the older generation, having failed to stop them, looked on in disapproval. The younger generation's spiritual foundations had been challenged by the war, and they looked to these new fads to add substance to their lives. Women Women experienced the most benefit from this new freedom. They had gained respect from society during the war, when they had to take ... year, when there were 6 million people unemployed. Prosperity and an increase in leisure time fueled the decade long party which brought about a world of social, economic and culture change. From fashion, music, prohibition...

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