Random Historical Fashion Trend Matches You Are, According to Your Zodiac (12 items)

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  (#1) Aries (March 21 - April 19)

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  Confident Aries prefers fashion that supplements their natural demeanor. They need comfortable clothes that say "I'm confident enough to wear this," rather than begging people to look at them, which is why crakows are an appealing historical trend for the sign. These pointy-toed shoes were often stuffed with material like moss to better hold their shape, especially because the longer they were, the higher the status. Aries's energy and determination means the crakow, too daring for may other modern zodiac signs, is the perfect fit. The shoe is like a little flash of individuality; it doesn't even need to be particularly extravagant to make a statement.
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  (#2) Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

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  Taurus, associated with the Bull, is known for being a stubborn sign. That's what makes them a perfect match for panniers, the wide skirts of the 18th century. Intended to accentuate a woman's hips, panniers are basket-like petticoats that sit on either side of the waist to create an exaggerated silhouette. Because they make the body so wide, they can make going through doors difficult. A less resolute sign might be inclined to simply refuse to wear them, but the Taurus, always determined, is one of the few signs who can reasonably make it work. Given their affinity for fine clothes, a Taurus could totally rock a modern spin on the pannier.
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  (#3) Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

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  Geminis are known for being gentle, but a little on the nervous side. Wearing chopines, a 16th century shoe, is the perfect mixture of daring and daintiness for today's Gemini. Originally invented to keep women's feet out of Venice's mucky, muddy streets, the shoes have high platforms that necessitate a light step, often with the assistance of others. Because Gemini can tend toward indecision and hesitation, chopines are a bold choice; they're unique enough that the tender Gemini stands out in a crowd, but not so much that all eyes are on them. To top it all off, the higher the shoe, the more likely the wearer is to need a companion - all the better reason to bring along a friend.
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  (#4) Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

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  Cancer is one of the zodiac's most nurturing signs. Associated with emotions but also a tough exterior (hence being the Crab), the sign is therefore a perfect complement to the 12th-century bliaut. Though it looks feminine by our standards, this outfit, with its long, draping sleeves, was actually worn by both men and women in history. It's simple at first glance, but its tight waist and long sleeves are more complex than might be expected, just like a Cancer. Their cravings for culture are perfectly in tune with the high-society association of bliauts, which are commonly seen on nobles of the medieval era. Just like nobles, it's possible for Cancers to be both nurturing and a little on the cliquey side, making bliauts the perfect historical fashion for the sign.
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  (#5) Leo (July 23 - August 22)

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  Oh, Leos. For all their cheerful natures and general good nature, they can be a little on the haughty side. That's why they're so well-suited for macaroni - that is, the fashion favored by the aristocracy of the 1700s. Macaroni, which many may have heard of from Yankee Doodle, originated as a fashion that marked one as particularly worldly, but the term evolved to mean, "a person who exceeded the ordinary bounds of fashion," or what we'd refer to today as "extra." That's not to knock the modern Leo, who is creative and loves fine, expensive things - there are as many ways to express oneself as there are people in the world, after all. But if there's one historical fashion era likely to encapsulate the Leo's creativity and their occasional inclination toward arrogance, it's macaroni.
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  (#6) Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

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  Nowadays we mostly associate powdered wigs with judges and the founding fathers, but back in the days when they were popular, they were for men in general, especially men suffering from syphilis. The reason Virgo could rock a powdered wig, thankfully, is quite different; this zodiac sign is known for being on the analytical and hardworking side, both traits commonly associated with judges and America's founding fathers. Making a powdered wig a part of the Virgo wardrobe is a callback to an old trend, one that can easily be reappropriated for modern fashion. White and silver hair is all the rage, after all!
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  (#7) Libra (September 23 - October 22)

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  The hoop skirt is a return to the ideals of the panniers, though made affordable for the masses rather than remaining exclusive to the upper crust. Hoop skirts, which came to prominence in the 1800s, allowed everybody to give off the appearance of wealth no matter what their actual social status was. That’s what makes them perfect for the modern Libra, who epitomizes fairness and diplomacy. Though hoop skirts might summon up images of Antebellum life - and all its associated problems with race and class - if anybody can reinfuse the style with a sense of compassion and kindness, it’s a Libra. Not only do they exemplify the ideals of gentleness and grace, but they also abhor violence and injustice; let’s see the classic look reinvented without the nasty connotations.
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  (#8) Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)

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  Scorpio is the zodiac sign most often associated with sexual passion; while other signs might brush up against it now and then, a voracious sexual appetite is often one of the core features associated with Scorpios. That’s why they’re such a good fit for the comeback of the codpiece - though secretive, Scorpios have the no-nonsense attitude needed to pull off such an ostentatious accessory without getting embarrassed. Codpieces are exactly what they look like; though they were originally for modesty purposes, they were later intended to draw attention to man’s crotch, particularly as the fashion of the era left little below the waist to the imagination. Modern Scorpio probably shouldn’t go as wild as they did back in the day, but if anybody can wear something as flashy as a codpiece, it’s a Scorpio.
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  (#9) Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

  Bombasting refers to a substance rather than a fashion - it’s the material used to stuff the sleeves and legs of 16th century clothing. The fashion of the time had large, puffy sleeves and legs, which tended to create an impression of wealth as people looked bigger than they actually were, which was trendy for the time. This isn't unlike Sagittarius, who has a tendency to overpromise. While a Sag might have a great sense of humor, what you see isn’t always what you get with them. That can be a good thing - they’re great thinkers - and means you have to look a little bit deeper than with some other signs. Bombasting is the perfect historical trend to lean into their idealistic natures while also staying true to their nature to think a little bigger than they can actually achieve.
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  (#10) Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

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  The Tudor ruff, otherwise known as an Elizabethan collar, is the iconic disk-like collar seen on many famous portraits throughout history. Associated with aristocracy and monarchy, the collars signify a sense of authority - something that will certainly resonate with a modern Capricorn. Known for their discipline and managerial tendencies, Capricorn makes an excellent leader. Bringing back the Tudor ruff in all its finery echoes the traditional association with nobility and power, encompassing many of Capricorn’s defining traits. Only a sign this self-controlled could pull of such an outlandish fashion.
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  (#11) Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

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  The average Aquarius loves to be a little daring. For those looking to be a lot daring, there's Marie Antoinette-inspired hair styles. Though the infamous queen was herself a Scorpio, those wild hairstyles are all Aquarius. From including little figurines for social commentary purposes to piling hair incredibly high on the head, Antoinette's hair was always a statement piece. For Aquarius, extravagant hairstyles externalize their progressive and fun natures; they're always thinking forward and pushing the envelope a bit, especially from a humanitarian perspective. Why not use a fancy coiffure to raise awareness for the cause du jour?
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  (#12) Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

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  Hobble skirts are a commitment. An alternative to the corset, hobble skirts freed women from the tight bosom-boosters by instead emphasizing the shape of their legs. The tightness of the skirts meant women walked with tiny, gliding steps that emphasized ideals of femininity in a different way. For the modern Pisces, a tight-fitting skirt encapsulate not just their gentleness (reflected in that dainty step) but also their sometimes fearful natures, which may make them a little hesitant. It's also perfect for those Pisces who sometimes venture a little too far into martyrdom, as people might be inclined to pity those who are wearing restrictive skirts. But hey, that's all part of the appeal!

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