Fashion trends seem to come and go. We've all experienced a time where chosen attire was a bit questionable. Maybe not then, but certainly now. I was a child in the 1980s. I can still recall all the horrible ensembles adults and high school kids were wearing. Not to mention those massive hair dews. Apparently there was no shortage of mousse and hairspray back then. Just like this flashback, others recall the 1970s, and some the 1960s or 50s. The point is things go out of style and are later mocked and laughed at. Then there are the few trends that stick around. The mini skirt is a primary example. Will this article of clothing ever be retired? All things considered, I seriously doubt it.
Many people aren't aware that the change of female attire actually began in the 1920s. I'm referring to the skimpy aspect. When the roaring 20s hit, things became a tad more risque. Women's skirts slowly began getting shorter. By the time the 1960's were in full effect, the classic mini skirt that we all know so well was here. This is a trend that began in England. In no time it made its way to the states. Keep in mind this was a time of rebellion. Our country's youth was lashing out against the expectations of their parents and developing new ideas and styles of their own. The mini skirt was here to stay. And not every traditional/conservative, religious parent was loving it. Some folks thought that it exposed too much of a woman's body. In turn this would cause a man to get the wrong idea about the lady's intentions. No offense, but I can't help but laugh about this. People are responsible for their own actions, and individuals should be free to dress how they please without ridicule. At least to some extent anyway. After all, this is a "free" country.
If you have a daughter in this era, you can count on her wanting to sport a mini skirt at some point or another. This desire typically hits by the time she enters high school or shortly thereafter. The mini skirt has become a trend adored by men and women. You might as well embrace it, because it's unlikely to go anywhere any time soon.
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