The most characteristic fashion, for both men and women, was attention at the
shoulder, with butterfly sleeves and banjo sleeves, and exaggerated
shoulder pads for both men and women. WWII also saw the first widespread use of
synthetic fibers, especially viscose for linings and lingerie, and nylon
stockings, and the zipper became widely used.
shoulder, with butterfly sleeves and banjo sleeves, and exaggerated
shoulder pads for both men and women. WWII also saw the first widespread use of
synthetic fibers, especially viscose for linings and lingerie, and nylon
stockings, and the zipper became widely used.