"Deus não nos deu o dom especial" : a influência francesa na moda do Rio de Janeiro n' O Jornal das Senhoras (1852)

Abstract

The text discusses the importance of fashion and O Jornal das Senhoras in 19th century Brazil, highlighting the influence of French fashion and women's demand for up-to- date, French suggestions. O Jornal das Senhoras was the first newspaper written by women for women, and promoted female emancipation, challenging social norms and providing a space for women's expression and education. In this context, fashion was seen as a central element in the construction of social identity and status, reflecting the search for elegance and distinction, especially when influenced by French fashion, which played a fundamental role in the construction of social identity, class distinction and status within 19th century Brazilian society. Through O Jornal das Senhoras, women sought to follow French fashion trends as a way of expressing elegance, refinement and social status, demonstrating how fashion was a global phenomenon that influenced clothing and consumption practices at the time. The connection between fashion, gender and behavior is highlighted, showing how women's clothing was usedas a symbol of status, distinction and conformity with current social norms, contributingto female emancipation and the redefinition of women's role in society through fashion.