Ahoy There, Sailor Pants! - Weekend Doll

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Sailor Pants are an instantly recognisable, iconic garment still often seen on fashion catwalks. Their timeless appeal comes from their flattering shape – a high waist and wide legs creating a sleek silhouette. They were a staple piece in women’s wardrobes in the 1930s and 40s, inspired by 1920s Asian clothing and worn as lounge pants. The History of Sailor Pants In the 1920s, there were very few options for women wanting to wear trousers. They were rarely seen in public, used only for lounging in the home, sports activities, and the beach. Lounging trousers and beach pyjamas were actually very similar, allowing women to go from the beach to home respectably. Trousers for Children In the 1930s came the introduction of suspender overalls for young girls. These were for messy outdoor play and were sturdier than the pretty dresses