For my first brief as a FCP student, I had to produce a moodboard based on my favourite designer. Mary Quant, a London based fashion designer in the 1960's was a clear favourite of mine. Not only a designer, Mary Quant is considered a British icon when it comes to fashion. She became an instrumental figure in the 1960s London-based Mod and youth fashion movements. She was one of the designers who took credit for the miniskirt and hot pants, and by promoting these and other fun fashions she encouraged young people to dress to please themselves and to treat fashion as a game.
At that point in history the sexual revolution was taking place. The pill was introduced, youth culture rised and embraced teen love and music; this had a huge impact on Mary Quant designs. However what we don't know is, was Mary Quant inspired by this movement or did she inspire others?
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