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"Pretty and patriotic" : women's consumption of apparel during World War II

Creator:

Mower, Jennifer M.

Abstract:

The War Production Board issued limitation order 85 in April 1942 in order to conserve fabric and manpower needed for the war effort. The L-85 order froze the silhouette so no major style changes in women's wear would occur during the war. It is clear that on the one hand...

Resource Type:

Dissertation