1920s dance

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vintage .. dancing the tango 1920s

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The 1920s was a decade of rapid change, and societal values – particularly among urban elites – quickly shifted from women being expected to be wives who are subordinate to their husbands to women valuing independence and breaking the rules. In other words, many young women became flappers. 36. Flappers…

The Charleston, which is fast-paced and fun, was an extremely popular dance craze in the Roaring '20s.

Dancing and Fashion! Ahhh, now we get into what got me interested in vintage fashion in the first place (You can read my story here). The roaring '20s dances were wild and carefree. Previously, ballroom dancing, although silly with "animal dances," was structured and tame compared to the independent "Charleston," "Black Bottom," and "Shimmy" dances

Fournier, Henry - Couple Dancing 'Le Charleston'- 'La Vie Parisienne'