Garment & Textile · Era

Era — 1980s Power Dressing

Shoulder pads, big hair, bold colour.

Origin

Milan/USA

Era

80s

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Industrialist View

Yuppie rise; Armani relaxed suits; Versace opulence.

Tailor & Garment-Worker View

Heavy shoulder pads 1–2" thick. Exaggerated lapels.

Construction & Use

Working woman as cultural icon.

Related Terms

Shoulder Pad Blazer Leg-warmer

Dictionary Entry

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