The Well Built Girl - Posture: A 1914 Design
This design celebrates a pivotal moment in early 20th-century fashion and health, drawing inspiration from the "Well Built Girl" column featured in Harper's Bazaar's September 1914 issue. It directly references the article titled "Posture," and thus embraces the aesthetic of the time.
Visual Elements and Representation
The core of the design likely showcases an illustration characteristic of Nell Brinkley's work, the artist behind the original "Well Built Girl" series. The style is expected to echo Brinkley's distinct, expressive lines and often idealized female figures. The design potentially features a woman demonstrating correct posture, perhaps in the context of everyday activities, counter-posed against the "slouch" styles of the era, the prevailing fashion that the article critiques.
The artwork may incorporate design elements common to the era's illustration, reflecting a blend of Art Nouveau and early Art Deco styles. This includes flowing lines, a focus on the idealized form, and the incorporation of subtle visual cues that speak to the idea of health, strength, and grace.
Meaning and Symbolism
The design serves as a visual statement, embodying the historical intersection of fashion and health. It represents the shift towards a more holistic understanding of the female body, where physical well-being was beginning to be recognized as integral to aesthetic ideals. The emphasis on good posture becomes more than just a matter of appearance; it symbolizes a woman's control over her physical self and the pursuit of a healthy, active lifestyle.
The central imagery likely conveys a sense of empowerment. It visually aligns the design with a broader cultural conversation about redefining the ideal womanly form and the importance of self-care. The design therefore becomes a subtle yet powerful declaration of cultural relevance.
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Size Guide
For best results, measure a t-shirt you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 18.00 | 28.00 | 15.10 |
| M | 20.00 | 29.00 | 16.50 |
| L | 22.00 | 30.00 | 18.00 |
| XL | 24.00 | 31.00 | 19.50 |
| 2XL | 26.00 | 32.00 | 21.00 |
| 3XL | 28.00 | 33.00 | 22.40 |
| 4XL | 30.00 | 34.00 | 23.70 |
| 5XL | 32.00 | 35.00 | 25.00 |
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Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not iron directly on printed designs
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
