This document describes two fashion collections inspired by 1960s themes. The first, "Travel in the Jet Age", takes influence from the optimism of air travel at that time through curved silhouettes and bold colors/patterns. The second, "Mrs. Peel, We're Needed", draws from the 1960s spy show The Avengers with versatile garments alluding to espionage through hidden features and angular styling referencing modernism. Each collection includes 3 pieces meant to reflect the concepts through innovative design details.
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1. Collections Travel in the Jet Age April 2007 Mrs. Peel, Were Needed April 2008 By Jennifer Robinson
2. Travel in the Jet Age_________________ Basic Concept A three-piece collection of garments that reflect the excitement and general sense of optimism evident at the height of the Jet Age The use of curvilinear lines and bold geometric shapes evokes a sense of modernism and travel in both air and space Angular and minimalistic silhouettes mirror the design aesthetics of the 1960s
4. Navy Minidress with Curvilinear Details A navy foundational dress in polyester crepe is accented by separate orange curvilinear details in cotton Color blocking emphasizes geometric forms present Details are stitched as separate pieces, and continue to dress back; the two forms at empire waist float free from the dress, providing additional dimension Complementary colors mirror those used in famed Braniff Internationals advertisement material
5. White Skirt Suit with Turquoise Shell and Applied Detail Jacket made of white heavy twill is accented with horizontal curvilinear lines, which continue to back jacket Turquoise detail in wool is applied to jacket through topstitching Jacket fastens above waist, allowing the wool turquoise shell to add dimension Fabric choice maintains garments angular shape Colors inspired by those of Pan American Airlines; white and blue tones are commonly used to express modernity and futurism
6. Faux Double-Breasted Green Dress with Detachable Belt Simple lines of dress reflect modernism Stand-up collar provides geometric form at neckline Gold buttons emphasize vertical lines of garment and fabrics weave Belt mirrors curvilinear shapes present in other garments Garment is accessorized with period vanity case
8. Mrs. Peel, Were Needed Basic Concept A three-piece collection inspired by the British 1960s spy programme, The Avengers (costuming by designers John Bates and Alun Hughes) Garments are meant to reflect the spirit of ingenuity, self-reliance, and versatility of character Mrs. Emma Peel Hidden elements and functional layers suggest the influence of espionage Angular shapes and color blocking references the positive ideas of modernism developed during the Space Age
10. Pleated Minidress with Jacket Mustard yellow sleeveless dress in polyester crepe features a hand-pleated bodice Matching jacket includes detail pocket Bias-bound edges and interior seams are utilized throughout garment Hidden pocket found at back jacket panel
12. Cape and Shift Wool/spandex cape with stand-up collar fastens at center front neckline; inset turquoise bands conceal small pockets A tailored, sleeveless shift dress with belt functions as second layer Interior of cape reveals printed lining at collar and two concealed pockets Drape and fluidity of cape adds dynamic to movement
15. Jacket with panels; Printed shell; Skirt with hidden pocket detail Gray cotton collarless jacket features two inset panels where interior layer can be viewed Skirt with wool turquoise front panel hides pocket openings at base of detail A sleeveless printed shell acts as a versatile second layer