Clothing is one of the symbols of human civilization. Different nations and countries have different costume characteristics, especially the noble costumes of various countries. Among them, European noble costumes are the most representative, Influenced the aesthetic style of generation after generation . The European aristocratic culture has always been affecting the European continent, and it is still reflected in the daily life of Europeans. The evolution of European aristocratic culture is actually the evolution of European aristocratic clothing.
The noble class is an important group in Europe from the Middle Ages to modern times. Among them, European aristocratic costumes have had a profound influence on the wear of Europeans. From ancient Greece to the modern Renaissance period, has various forms of clothing, and because of this diverse characteristic , various splendid cultures have been born in different regions and different periods, although the European aristocratic groups have been Gradually declining, but aristocratic culture still exists.
How many stages of changes have European noble clothing experienced? There are mainly the following stages.
1. The aristocratic costumes in the classical European era are smooth and simple, and all ethnic groups are integrated.
First of all, the classical era in Europe is mainly composed of ancient Greece and ancient Rome. The noble costumes of ancient Greece and ancient Rome are the most representative and convincing. In the ancient Greek era, it was symbolized as , the birthplace of European civilization and the cradle of European culture, . Therefore, ancient Greek costumes also incorporate the ideological characteristics of ancient Greece.
Ancient Greece pursued individuality, romance, freedom and unrestrainedness , so the clothing has this feature, and the clothing is infused with natural and casual characteristics. Up to now, it can still be seen that the statues in the ancient Greek era showed such a state.
1. The development of ancient Greek costumes
Once Danner described the ancient Greek costumes like this in the book "Philosophy of Art": "These costumes can be taken off with one hand, absolutely It does not wrap the body tightly, but it can draw a rough outline.” Ancient Greek clothes are often open, and were regarded as a sacred symbol in the ancient Greek period.
Hegel called this ancient Greek costume "Like a house in which you can move around freely" . Ancient Greek costumes have vortexes that curl up like leaves. Most of the upper body of the clothes does not have vortexes that turn outward. Most of the clothes in the middle are loose long clothes tied with a belt at will, reflecting the elegant shape . The fabric is mostly linen fabric with delicate pleats, which can highlight the elegance of women and the strength of men. Ancient Greece believed that "the human body is nature" 's dressing pursuit can be reflected from this.
2. The inheritance and development of ancient Roman costumes
The costumes of ancient Rome after ancient Greece also deeply influenced the noble costume culture of later generations. The evolution of ancient Roman costumes can reflect And it reflects the social class, social changes and cultural migration of ancient Rome . Ancient Rome is a multi-ethnic country, so clothing also presents a diversified trend. After cultural integration, toga is the main costume of ancient Roman nobles.
Because ancient Rome preserved the culture of ancient Greece and the Middle East, it also preserved their religious culture. Religious culture had a huge influence on ancient Rome's clothing. By the time of the Roman Empire, the types and types of toga were more abundant. Toga was divided into adult toga, bright toga, bordered toga, dark toga, embroidered toga and decorative toga .
These kinds of toga can be seen in terms of color, dress and accessories. reflects the rank status and identity , the ancient Rome has a strict hierarchy and the clothing category especially important. Although Toga retains the elegance of ancient Greece, it looks more solemn and serious.
Two, EuropeThe costumes of nobles in the Middle Ages of Europe were deeply influenced by the church, and their styles varied.
First of all, European medieval religious culture prevailed, and the power of the country was in the hands of the Catholic Emperor. After the fall of ancient Rome, the European continent was divided into small countries with different national cultures, but they were influenced by ancient Greece and ancient Rome. still affects all aspects of people's lives in Europe in the Middle Ages .
1. The development experience of Byzantine costumes during the medieval church period
Byzantine costumes were highly sought after and loved by European medieval nobles. European medieval Byzantine style clothing not only inherited , preserved and carried forward the ancient Greek and Roman clothing characteristics and civilization . At the same time, cultural and economic exchanges were carried out with the East during this period, so the exquisite embroidery of the East was integrated into the clothing.
Byzantine clothing is beautifully dressed. In addition to embellishments, the colors become more dazzling and dazzling. The clothing is decorated with gems. In addition, there are tassels, piping, etc., now The focus is shifted to the texture, color and surface decoration of the clothes , which is full of characteristics of Eastern culture.
2, Gothic style clothing is eye-catching
Another clothing style that prevailed in the Middle Ages is Gothic style. Gothic style belongs to an architectural style of European churches. The Gothic style perfectly combines darkness and mystery , and comprehensively applies art and color to . Gothic clothing gives people a strong visual experience, full of impact, and reaches the depths of people’s hearts. shows a noble and mysterious color.
The clothing mostly adopts longitudinal molding lines and folds. shows the slenderness and elegance of the human figure. , the height of the human body is increased by heightening the cap, giving people a light and upward feeling . makes people feel inaccessible but also warm and enthusiastic . Gothic clothing is mostly hollow, with dark patterns and embroidery attached to the clothes, retaining the ancient Greek style of waistband, reflecting the complex folds and simple lines.
3. European modern and modern aristocratic costumes are gorgeous and generous, which has been passed down to this day.
First of all, major changes in modern European aristocratic clothing occurred during the Renaissance in the 14th-16th centuries. Many clothing styles emerged. European people began to oppose feudal theology, the asceticism of the church, and the rule of the aristocracy over the lower classes. , the bourgeoisie began to take the stage of history.
The bourgeoisie emphasized the promotion of personality freedom and human nature liberation. These ideology, culture, art and other parties have had a significant impact on clothing. Among them, the Rococo style pursuing individual freedom and the retro romantic Baroque style prevailed among the upper nobles.
1. Baroque style clothing is popular among the aristocracy.
The Baroque style of the Renaissance was produced in the seventeenth century. The Baroque style pursues strong sensory stimulation, blending beauty and romance. Baroque style is mainly popular among upper-class aristocratic women, and the clothing shows nobility and court style. Clothing materials: lace, spun yarn, ribbons and other materials. The costumes of aristocratic women of this era used bow knots, lotus leaf edges, multi-layered cake cutting, wrinkles, and pleating are their main characteristics. Palace styles such as stand-up collars, high waists, princess sleeves, and lamb shank sleeves symbolized honor and status. status.
2. Rococo style clothing is loved by women.
The Rococo style of the Renaissance was produced in the 18th century. The Rococo style combines the boldness and weirdness of the Baroque style and adds Incorporating new elements, it embodies exquisiteness, delicacy and softness. is especially women's pursuit of slenderness and beauty.
But the development of Renaissance thought also makes clothing culture pursueThe art of beauty ignores the shape of the human body, avoids talking about female beauty from the Middle Ages, and women who have emerged from the shadow of long-term religious abstinence, in order to highlight their curvaceous beauty, began to rely on hard corsets and huge skirts Combine to complete your own curvaceous beauty.
Among them, the noble women begin to express the pursuit of beauty through the waist . Clothing began to use the natural form of the human body to express the ultimate beauty of clothing, and thus went to extremes. The beauty of the waist in the Elizabethan period influenced people for the fifth century.
Culture exchanges due to diversity, and diverse due to inheritance. Since its popularity, clothing culture has been well-known for its diversification and diversity . European aristocratic clothing still affects European clothing culture.
References:
"Introduction to European National Costumes"
"Western Clothing History"
