The 1920s in the West is perceived as a decade of economic prosperity following the impact of the First World War and the Spanish flu. Remembered for social, artistic and cultural dynamism, the 1920s ushered in modernity via new technology and trends: from cars to cinema, fashion to music, and beyond. For us, the 2020s began with the COVID-19 pandemic. It has affected all aspects of society, culture, the economy, and more. Our Principal Curator of Modern and Contemporary Design, Georgina Ripley, takes a look at the parallels between these two decades, and considers whether fashion might be gearing up for a repeat of the Roaring Twenties.
