Costume and Fashion History Exam 3

Questions and Answers

What was the time period of the Renaissance?

1450-1550

What was the time period of the Elizabethan (English Renaissance) era?

1550-1625

What time frame is associated with the Early Baroque/Charles I and Commonwealth?

1625-1660

What is the time period of the Late Baroque/Louis XIV?

1660-1700 Signup and view all the answers

What time frame is associated with Early Georgian/Rococo?

1700-1750 Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the Late Georgian/E.Neo-Classical period?

1750-1790 Signup and view all the answers

What were the years of the Director/First Empire/Regency period?

1790-1815 Signup and view all the answers

What was the time frame of the Romantic period in fashion?

1815-1840/50 Signup and view all the answers

What was the Italian Renaissance chapter time period?

1400-1600 Signup and view all the answers

What is a camicia?

A full-length long-sleeved men's shirt made out of linen. Signup and view all the answers

How did undergarments change during the Italian Renaissance?

Working men often wore their hose loosened for labor. Signup and view all the answers

What are doublets?

Close-fitting garments sometimes worn under jackets. Signup and view all the answers

What were sleeve variations during the Renaissance?

Puffed upper arm and lower fitted under arm with removable sleeves. Signup and view all the answers

How did women's styles evolve after 1500?

Women’s styles showed French and Spanish influences; dresses grew wider and bodices more rigid. Signup and view all the answers

What are chopines?

High-platform shoes popular among Venetian women. Signup and view all the answers

What is blackwork?

A form of embroidery using black thread. Signup and view all the answers

What is a codpiece?

A covering flap or pouch attached to the front of men's trousers. Signup and view all the answers

What is a ferronniere?

A chain or band of metal or pearls worn across the forehead. Signup and view all the answers

What is a houppelande?

An outer garment with a long, full body and flaring sleeves. Signup and view all the answers

What developments from the Renaissance continue to be used today?

Shakes, textile fabric, gunpowder, and furniture. Signup and view all the answers

Name one major invention of the Renaissance.

Printing press Signup and view all the answers

How did the business interests of local merchants influence Italian Renaissance costumes?

Merchants at the top of the social hierarchy set trends by purchasing expensive garments. Signup and view all the answers

What foreign influences affected Italian costume in the 16th century?

The Ottoman Empire's control over trade routes introduced Turkish styles. Signup and view all the answers

What were some similarities and differences between costume in Italy and Northern Europe in the 16th century?

Men wore doublets not as short, while Northern Europe had different styles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Renaissance Period

Spanning from 1450 to 1550, marked a revival of art, culture, and intellectual pursuit.
Notable developments in fashion and textile production during this era.

Elizabethan Era

The English Renaissance from 1550 to 1625 characterized by elaborate styles and increased use of lace and embroidery.

Baroque Period

Early Baroque (1625-1660) introduced dramatic silhouettes and extravagant embellishments.
Late Baroque (1660-1700) highlighted lavish clothing styles associated with Louis XIV's reign, emphasizing opulence.

Georgian/Rococo and Neo-Classical

Early Georgian/Rococo style from 1700 to 1750 showcased ornate designs and pastel colors.
Late Georgian/Neo-Classical (1750-1790) reflected classical influences with a focus on simplicity and elegance.

Regency and Romantic Era

Director/First Empire/Regency (1790-1815) signified a transition towards neoclassical inspiration in fashion.
Romantic period from 1815 to 1840/50 embraced flowing silhouettes and elaborate detailing.

Italian Renaissance Fashion

Defined from 1400 to 1600, emphasizing luxurious fabrics and sophistication.
Camicia was a full-length men's linen shirt and also served as women's undergarment beneath dresses.

Evolution of Undergarments

Working men's hose were worn loosely for practicality during the Italian Renaissance.

Doublets

Close-fitting garments worn by men, never extending below the waist and sometimes worn under jackets.

Sleeve Variations

Featured puffed upper arms with fitted under-arms; sleeves could reveal camicia underneath and were removable.

Women's Fashion Changes After 1500

Influenced by French and Spanish styles, leading to wider dresses, rigid bodices, and decorative elements like slashing.

Chopines

High-platform shoes worn by Venetian women serving practical and symbolic functions, elevating the wearer’s stature.

Blackwork Embroidery

Characterized by the use of black thread on white/off-white fabrics, sometimes incorporating other colors for accents.

Codpiece

A pouch or flap in men's trousers designed to accentuate the genital area, often secured by ties or buttons.

Ferrioniere

An ornamental band worn across the forehead, adorned with a central jeweled decoration.

Houppelande

An outer garment featuring a long and voluminous design with flaring sleeves.

Lasting Developments from the Renaissance

Innovations such as shakes, textile fabrics, gunpowder, and advancements in furniture design continue to shape present-day life.

Major Renaissance Discoveries

Key inventions included the printing press, advancements in shipbuilding, heliocentric theory, and the European discovery of America.

Merchant Influence on Italian Renaissance Costumes

Merchants held a high social status, influencing fashion trends and providing financial support for custom-tailored clothing in Florence.

Foreign Influences on 16th Century Italian Costume

The Ottoman Empire's control over trade routes introduced exotic elements, such as silk, into Italian fashion. Turkish styles, including turbans, gained popularity due to this cultural exchange.

Comparative Costume Analysis

In the second half of the 15th century, Italian men's fashion featured longer doublets and distinct houppelandes with hanging sleeves, contrasting with shorter styles of Northern Europe.

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Test your knowledge on the key periods of costume and fashion history from the Renaissance to the Late Georgian era. This quiz covers significant styles and dates that define each period's contributions to fashion. Use flashcards to reinforce your understanding of the evolution of clothing during these remarkable times.