Fashion+and+Culture-Per+6+2011

1920's dresses were lighter, brighter, and shorter than in the past, usually as a result of fashion designers wanting to create an entirely new style of clothing. Hemlines on dresses rose as the 1920's progressed

Trendy women were known as flappers. As the 1920's progressed, the hemline on dresses rose to above the knee. Many women cut their hair to be similar to those of Hollywood stars.

In addition, the lifestyles of women became more flexible. It was more acceptable for women to drink and smoke in public, have shorter hair, and participate more in the workforce.