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http://dx.doi.org/10.12940/jfb.2016.20.1.157

A Study on the Changes of Power Shoulder Shape in Contemporary Fashion  

Kim, Hyoju (Dept. of Clothing & Textiles, Chonnam National University)
Bae, Soojeong (Dept. of Clothing & Textiles, Chonnam National University, Human Ecology Research Institute, Chonnam National University)
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Journal of Fashion Business / v.20, no.1, 2016 , pp. 157-172 More about this Journal
Abstract
The purpose of this thesis was to investigate the transitional aspects of the power shoulders with a comparative analysis of the patterns observed from the late 20th century to the present. The method of study was through review of papers as well as phenomenological approaches. Books, domestic and international journals, and dissertations were studied as part of the paper review. Phenomenological study was performed by analyzing the pictures from late 20th to present; and categorized by 10 year time span i. e., 1980-1990, and 2002-2012. Hundred representative fashion photos were selected, respectively. As a result, the power shoulder found in late 20 centuries was largely limited to horizontal and diagonal shape, addressed mainly to the jackets; while they were straight, and wide shouldered, with emphasis on masculine style. On the other hand, in early 21 century, the power shoulder was applied in various forms of straight, diagonal, circular and ornamental with objects, not only to the jackets, but also to feminine styles such as one-piece dress, vest, and blouse. This finding may be attributed to the fact that the modern people desire newer trends and women tend to show off their ability in transcending those of men. The findings of analysis of the transitional aspects of power shoulder in this thesis might contribute as basic resources for anticipating the trends that might be revived in the future.
Keywords
power shoulder; power suit; 20th century fashion; 21th century fashion;
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