The 1960s was a decade of deep cultural changes that were altering the women’s role in society all over the globe. Women were joining the labor force since the 1950s and seeking for new roles to find their own personal and professional identities – “the little girl look was abandoned in favor of more grown up styles” (Mendes and de la Haye; 2010).
In 1966, Saint Laurent made history creating a suit for women. By including a men’s garment in women wardrobe, he broke the rules and collaborated with the growing movement for women’s freedom, it represented a social change of the dressing codes of that time. Why was it a huge social change? Women had been wearing pants for labor since World War II and Chanel had already introduced pants for women
In 1966, Saint Laurent made history creating a suit for women. By including a men’s garment in women wardrobe, he broke the rules and collaborated with the growing movement for women’s freedom, it represented a social change of the dressing codes of that time. Why was it a huge social change? Women had been wearing pants for labor since World War II and Chanel had already introduced pants for women