Feminism and Fashion 4

The "New Look" created by Christian Dior in 1947 celebrated the end of WWII restrictions and emphasized a womanly silhouette.

Balenciaga

The double-breasted jacket with navy buttons flares at the hip. It reflects Dior’s New Look of 1947 which reimagined women as feminine, flower-like creatures after the ravages of World War II. In the post-war era, media focused on traditional gender roles for women.

Cristobal Balenciaga was a Spanish-born couture designer who excelled at creating tailored suits. This one was worn by Mrs. Elizabeth Firestone, who removed the designer’s labels.