Fashion and Age

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the relationship between fashion and age.
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In which decade did the concept of "teenagers" emerge as a distinct consumer group?

  1. 1920s

  2. 1930s

  3. 1940s

  4. 1950s


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The concept of "teenagers" as a distinct consumer group emerged in the 1940s, largely due to the rise of youth culture and the increasing economic power of young people.

Which fashion designer is often credited with popularizing the "youthquake" movement of the 1960s?

  1. Yves Saint Laurent

  2. Coco Chanel

  3. Christian Dior

  4. Mary Quant


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mary Quant is often credited with popularizing the "youthquake" movement of the 1960s, which was characterized by youthful, playful, and often provocative fashion.

In the context of fashion, what is the term "mutton dressed as lamb" used to describe?

  1. Older women wearing clothes that are too youthful for their age

  2. Younger women wearing clothes that are too mature for their age

  3. Women of any age wearing clothes that are inappropriate for their body type

  4. Women of any age wearing clothes that are too revealing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "mutton dressed as lamb" is used to describe older women who wear clothes that are too youthful for their age, often in an attempt to appear younger.

Which fashion trend of the 1980s was characterized by oversized silhouettes, bright colors, and geometric patterns?

  1. Punk

  2. New Wave

  3. Preppy

  4. Memphis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Memphis fashion trend of the 1980s was characterized by oversized silhouettes, bright colors, and geometric patterns, often inspired by the Memphis Group design movement.

What is the term used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed for a younger age group?

  1. Ageing down

  2. Ageing up

  3. Cross-dressing

  4. Retro dressing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "ageing down" is used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed for a younger age group, often in an attempt to appear younger.

Which fashion designer is known for her "ageless" designs, which are often worn by women of all ages?

  1. Diane von Furstenberg

  2. Carolina Herrera

  3. Donna Karan

  4. Giorgio Armani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Giorgio Armani is known for his "ageless" designs, which are often worn by women of all ages due to their classic and timeless style.

What is the term used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed for an older age group?

  1. Ageing down

  2. Ageing up

  3. Cross-dressing

  4. Retro dressing


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The term "ageing up" is used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed for an older age group, often in an attempt to appear more mature.

Which fashion trend of the 1990s was characterized by grunge aesthetics, oversized silhouettes, and plaid shirts?

  1. Grunge

  2. Preppy

  3. Minimalism

  4. Glam rock


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The grunge fashion trend of the 1990s was characterized by grunge aesthetics, oversized silhouettes, and plaid shirts, often inspired by the grunge music scene.

What is the term used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed for a different gender?

  1. Ageing down

  2. Ageing up

  3. Cross-dressing

  4. Retro dressing


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term "cross-dressing" is used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed for a different gender, often for the purpose of self-expression or entertainment.

Which fashion designer is known for her "granny chic" designs, which often feature vintage and retro elements?

  1. Vivienne Westwood

  2. Rei Kawakubo

  3. Jean Paul Gaultier

  4. Betsey Johnson


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Betsey Johnson is known for her "granny chic" designs, which often feature vintage and retro elements, as well as playful and whimsical details.

What is the term used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are inspired by past decades or eras?

  1. Ageing down

  2. Ageing up

  3. Cross-dressing

  4. Retro dressing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The term "retro dressing" is used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are inspired by past decades or eras, often in an attempt to recreate the look and feel of a particular time period.

Which fashion trend of the 2000s was characterized by low-rise jeans, crop tops, and platform shoes?

  1. Y2K

  2. Preppy

  3. Bohemian

  4. Glam rock


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Y2K fashion trend of the 2000s was characterized by low-rise jeans, crop tops, and platform shoes, often inspired by the futuristic and technological aesthetics of the early 2000s.

What is the term used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed to be comfortable and practical?

  1. Athleisure

  2. Streetwear

  3. Haute couture

  4. Avant-garde


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "athleisure" is used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed to be comfortable and practical, often combining elements of athletic and casual wear.

Which fashion trend of the 2010s was characterized by oversized silhouettes, bold prints, and bright colors?

  1. Normcore

  2. Athleisure

  3. Bohemian

  4. Maximalism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The maximalism fashion trend of the 2010s was characterized by oversized silhouettes, bold prints, and bright colors, often inspired by the art and design movements of the 1980s and 1990s.

What is the term used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed to be sustainable and environmentally friendly?

  1. Eco-fashion

  2. Ethical fashion

  3. Slow fashion

  4. Circular fashion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term "eco-fashion" is used to describe the fashion trend of wearing clothes that are designed to be sustainable and environmentally friendly, often using recycled or organic materials and production processes that minimize waste and pollution.

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