Some researchers say that the bridal veil was first worn in ancient Rome. It was believed that the veil would protect the bride from evil spirits on the wedding day. They thought covering the face would confuse the spirits and send them away. The veil, in part, was known as a shroud or mask… not [...]

While the 1970s may have been dubbed “The Me Decade,” fashion individualism didn’t really emerge until the 1990s. Opulence and adherence to every trend—which dominated fashion through the 70’s and 80’s—gave way to a desire for simpler styles, and consumers felt freer to express their own sense of fashion in a more casual way. Ready-to-wear [...]