Ladies' fashions in the early 1900s mixed opulence with practicality, as evidenced in the popularity of the shirtwaist, worn by increasing numbers of women entering the American workforce.

Head of prices statistics Michelle Marquardt said annual inflation overall remains the lowest since July 2021.

Online fashion retailer Asos has warned of weak profits ... The firm said cutting prices to match rivals had not shifted more clothes. In fact, economic uncertainty plus weaker consumer confidence ...

Thanks to fast disposable fashion, you can constantly renew your wardrobe. But producing clothes at such a low price has a very high environmental cost. Textiles are the second most polluting ...