By the 1950s and 1960s, it became a symbol of modern femininity, especially in corporate fashion, because it balanced professionalism with elegance
For women, wearing trousers represented physical freedom, making certain jobs and therefore, financial freedom easier
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'The winning bidder can grab a piece of internet history as only one exclusive dress in white and gold has been made and will go up for auction until Sunday.' Roman Originals are producing a limited run of the white and gold dress, one of which will be auctioned off on eBay for Comic Relief David Horwich, creative director of 100% Digital, who shot the new images, told MailOnline: 'London is the fashion capital of the world and were privileged to have shot the first ever genuinely 'White and Gold' dress here today in our studios
WHY MY CONVERTIBLE DRESSES ARE SUPERIOR TO ALL OTHERS: - I use a Medium weight fabric which makes it perfect for all seasons