... Renaissance, fashion played an even more important role. Styles originated within each country and spread from one to the other through communication, especially through reading books that featured new styles of dress. New technology such as lacemaking and knitting created more decorative and ornate touches to garments. Fashion continued to be influences cross culturally from the East through gifting and trading. Social ... at the hip with a more rounded appearances. Both could be paned showing a contrasting fabric. Shoulder width became narrower by the middle of the century, while hip e...

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... face make-up, straightest calf length chemise dresses, and smoking cigarettes through a long holder. Fashion in the early 20's was still quite elaborate: hairstyles, hats and skirt shapes varied. The bodices with their straight across necklines, flat chests and low waists were very much of this age. Hair ... than ever, and face make-up was becoming more acceptable. Women were constantly trying to lose weight, so sport became an absolute obsession. New fashion ideas in the early 30's showed a distinctively different length for day and evening clothes. Floor length evening dresses were worn...

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... formal uniform schools, such as Wilton Academy, non-conformity can be expressed by how the uniform is worn or displayed. A loose tie knot, or un-tucked shirt or slightly different hairstyles can become symbols of individualism. Those who choose to dress or present their uniform differently are scrutinized in one form or another for stepping out and being different. In societies ... like a punishment than an action of looking out for Neil's well being. By disregarding the boundaries so clearly, Neil went beyond just expressing a freedom, but challenged the authority to a whole new level....

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... to fit in, which cost a small fortune. Parents will not have to feel guilty or ashamed because they cannot afford the clothes. Students will not have to worry about their new pair of sneakers getting stolen from them. And parents then will not have to spend more money to replace them. Dress codes in public schools are not just about money ... purchase their uniforms from the school. Children should be given the option to buy clothes privately, to fit a standard. Students" clothes with in that standard can express themselves through their hairstyles, different colors of bottoms, and acce...

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