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  • Essay / The role of the 1920s in shaping the way of life of our...

    The 1920s played a considerable role in shaping the way of life of our current generation. The Roaring Twenties refers to a period between 1920 and 1929 when America celebrated youth and optimism. This optimism and general good spirit has led to new inventions and technological advancements, primarily in the entertainment industry. In today's society, the reliance on mass production, advertising, and consumption has become common practice, although these practices existed in the early 1920s. Culture played an important role in shaping this era : America has observed social, cultural and artistic changes within its generation. Although few people see the 1920s as the birth of a crowded "baby boom" generation, the majority of the general public views the 1920s as a decade of social change that could potentially shape future generations. The Roaring Twenties due to prosperity, pop culture and the evolution of the decade. The generation of this era celebrated their youth and began to embrace new, modern values ​​that deviated from the traditional values ​​of previous generations. These new values ​​were called modernism. In addition. Modernism sparked a movement among young people, changing their economic, environmental and social views. (reference) Young people acquired the desire to become rich and preferred a fast-paced urban lifestyle rather than a traditional, easy-going lifestyle. Traditional values ​​placed great importance on the interdependence of community and family, however, those with a modernist outlook on life valued independence. Entertainment was an important part of society in the 1920s and technological advancements allowed the recognition of entertainment to gradually expand..... . middle of paper......my era was that of flappers, young women known for their straight waists, short hair, and above-the-knee hemlines. The styles were heavily influenced by French fashion and models such as French designer Coco Chanel. These women did not follow what were considered societal norms and openly expressed their sexuality. It was around this time that heavy use of makeup became common. Women wore layers of mascara to create the illusion of large eyes, lipstick was mass-produced in convenient metal containers, and tanned skin was increasingly popular. Makeup, once considered acceptable only in the theater, is now acceptable in everyday life. Today, makeup is used daily by women around the world. What was then considered a revolutionary trend in the 1920s is now a common practice that many women begin in their early teens..