Fashion Cycles

Question 1

What are the three fashion cycles?

Answer 1

A fad
A standard
A classic

Question 2

What is a FAD trend?

Answer 2

Temporary crazes to buy a particular style of fashion. Sells out fast, making the need greater.

Question 3

How long do FAD’s last?

Answer 3

Few weeks or one season, short lived doesnt last.

Question 4

Examples of fads?

Answer 4

Bumster trousers by Alexander McQueen.

Question 5

What is a standard trend?

Answer 5

Long popularity than fad fashion, can be worn for a longer time. They overlap with fad clothing and may come back into fashion from time to time.

Question 6

How long do standard trends last?

Answer 6

One or two seasons, medium length of fashion cycle.

Question 7

What is an example of a standard trend?

Answer 7

Flared fit trousers in the 70s

Question 8

What is a classic trend?

Answer 8

A staple of the wardrobe to be worn over time. Remain popular for many years. Never go out of fashion.

Question 9

Examples of a classic trend?

Answer 9

Little black dress, white T-shirts etc.