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Skirts Throughout the Years

From minis to maxis, this brief history of hemlines reveals the cultural influence of the style staple.

by Susan Swimmer • Fashion Features Editor

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1930s

The Great Depression
30s skirts image
Courtesy of Corbis

1950s

The Postwar Economy
50s skirts image
Courtesy of Corbis

1960s

Boomtime
60s skirts image
Courtesy of Corbis

1970

Generation "Me" Meets Recession
70s skirts image
Courtesy of Corbis

1980s

Power Decade
80s skirts image
Courtesy of Corbis

1990s

Retro Microminis

 

 

Microminis aren't exactly timeless—cover up with our tips to work the uber-chic maxi skirt.

 

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90s skirts image
Courtesy of Getty Images
First Published October 27, 2011

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