Jan 13, 2019 · 43m
Exploring style in the 1940s and 50s, how World War II and Hollywood helped create America’s own fashion identity, and the introduction of new trends including the bikini and zoot suit.
American Style
This is what we're made of.
An examination of how America’s changing style through the decades has mirrored the political, social, and economic climate of the time. Using archival footage and interviews with fashion experts and cultural figures, the series highlights the most iconic moments from fashion and pop culture, giving audiences a front row seat to the runway of American history.
Season 1 Episodes
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Jan 13, 2019 · 43m
Exploring the style of the ‘60s and ‘70s as the youth culture comes into its own, and fashion, like politics, goes to extremes.
Jan 20, 2019 · 43m
The Reagan presidency ushers in a new era of optimism which leads to extravagance, excess and eventual greed. Brands capitalize on the spending while Wall Street capitalizes on the public. In the urban centers, marginalized communities are finding new ways to express themselves that will forever change American identity.
Jan 20, 2019 · 43m
As the millennium draws to a close, fashion pushes back against the excess of the 80s and women make strides in the workplace and the media. In the 2000s, a new decade brings a brave new world in the form of the internet and social media, drastically changing almost every aspect of American life and identity.
Season 1 FAQ
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When did American Style Season 1 premiere?
American Style Season 1 premiered on January 13, 2019.
How many episodes are in American Style Season 1?
American Style Season 1 has 4 episodes.
What is the first episode of American Style Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "War Boots to Work Suits (1940s-1950s)". It aired on January 13, 2019.
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