1920’s, You aren’t Ready for this Roar!
The 1920’s was a time of change for America. Women cut their hair, dressed in short dresses and drank and smoked with men. They obtained the right to vote during this decade and made huge strides towards equality. The economy was at a high point and the presidency was going smoothly. This decade was a time for dancing, good music and fun!
On the Up and Up
Sparkling
Good Fortune
Crisp
The 1920’s will have a prosperous economy, continuing the trend from the 1910s. Though the economy was soaring during the war because of the jobs it provided, the direction of the economy will continue. Manufacturing jobs will continue to be needed, giving more jobs to people, allowing for a better income. Because World War I just ended, Going Strong people have started to buy more items and spend more money. Manufacturers onced focused on quickly manufacturing goods for the military, finding new methods to mass produce. When the war ended they switched their focus to doing the same for the people and because of that more people will participate in consumerism, causing the economy to do well. Economy will be at a high point beBuoyant cause America was no longer in debt to Europe, and Europe owes America money now for all the war costs. This has also distilled a great sense of patriotism that is seen to last for a while. People will be more joyful, make more money and goods will be easily accessible. Because people are happier they will purchase more items which will cause the economy to strengthen and cause people to be happy because of that- causing a circle of positive Buoyant outcomes.
New Decade, New Me
A Far Cry
Novelty
Avant-garde
Women in the 1920s will be different than those of previous decades. Woman will start to want to serve as a contrast to what they once were. The housewife is a safe option that many women have taken and will continue to take as stepping out of a social norm is difficult, and not wanted by every woman. Changes in appearance will be made divergent as clothing usually covers most of the woman’s body, and will be a noticeable act of women rebelling against what they do not want to do or be anymore. Technology is advancing and as that is occuring women have less to do around the house. Appliances are being manufactured making cleaning and preparing meals take less time. Because women have more time on their hands it is predictTurnover ed that they will spend more time doing what they want and that will not necessarily match with the serotypes placed on them. Woman will show their wild side as they have never previously been able to do that. They will reveal that they are not beneath men and can do what they can while still showing their femininity. Not everyone will agree with them as it will be radically different than before, but most women will be on board as it is change that Up and Coming many women hope will happen.
Out with the Old, In with the New
Reign
Tory
cutting edge
In 1919 Theodore Roosevelt suddenly died after being in the top of the election. Because of this it is thought that Warren G. Harding will win because he too is a republican and the republican party is seen to have made a come back and become popular again. The democratic party was in power for a time when Woodrow Wilson was elected in 1912. Gaining ground The people did not give him the popular vote, but because of the electoral college, he became president. As a result of having a president in office most did not want, the people will want someone of different ideals in office for a clean slate. Because the economy is already on an upward climb, it is hoped that the president will choose policies that will compliment that. If the president can continue Contemporary to help the country after the war and help the citizens to return to normal life, the republican party might become the primary party in the White House for this election and future ones. Because of the war ending and the nations new found patriotism, they will want a president who is well spoken and who can lead the nation towards a better America. Prudent
Upbeat and Carefree
Sanguine
Movement
Express
Lively
Fusion
Accelerando
Ragtime is still very popular and as the society turns the page into a new decade this is one phenomenon that does not look like it’s going out of style. As women will start to contrast how they once were, music will probably be an escape for them to do so. Women and men alike will enjoy the up beat music and have fun dancing to it at night after work. They will be crazier than they previously were as they as women start standing up for their rights. But society and people in popular culture will not be on board quite yet. Singers and people that are the face of society will be primarily male dominant. You will not see many female singers until a later time as women are far from equality with men. Singers in this past decade were all men and women were not ever able to express themselves in that way and become the face of music. This still seems as though it will continue as people are progressing, but not open-minded about everything. The music will continue to be upbeat as people enjoy the new sound. The nation as a whole is happier because of World War l ending, the economy soaring, and an election year for the presidency. Because of this the music will reflect what America is feeling and be more enjoyable to listen to than ever before.
About the Author
Lauren Alton is a 27 year old Overland Park resident who has had her own interior design company for 4 years. Fashion is her greatest hobby (besides interior design of course) as she enjoys creatng outfits to express herself. This also helps her when designing spaces for homes. She also participated in band for four years in high school, so music has been and will continue to be a huge part of her life. She is an extrovert and spends most of her time around people, trying to fill her day with as many activities as possible. Instagram: lauren_alton Website: laurenalton.com Facebook: laurenpatricialton412