During the late 1800s, what did little boys wear?
They used to wear dresses until the age of 6 or 7, also the time of their first hair cut
What color did children historically wear—and why?
Historically they wore white, because it was practical (white cotton can be bleached)
During the early 1900s, according to the 1918 article mentioned here, what color did boys and girls wear?
Boys = pink
Why this color?--because it was a more decided and strong color
Girls = blue
Why this color?--because blue is more delicate and dainty
Who told people what colors were for boys and girls? (what were the sources for the Time magazine color chart for children?)
Filene’s, Best & Co., Halle’s, Marshall Field (manufacturers and retailers)
What is the upside to having different colors for boys and girls for manufacturers?
They’re able to make more money
When did today’s boys’ and girls’ color become established?
Gender neutral colors ended in 1940s, so I assume that’s when today’s boys’ and girls’ color became established
When did gender-neutral colors become popular....
What is the reason cited here for the gain in popularity of gender-neutral colors for children?
Gender neutral color became popular in the mid-1960s
It gained popularity, because parents thought that if they dressed girls more like boys then they’ll have more options feel free, and be active
Gender-neutral clothing for children was popular until when?
1985
What does book author Paoletti say about gender-specific colors for children’s clothing? Does she endorse a gender-based dichotomy for children’s clothing?
It sounds like she thinks there should be more neutral clothing for kids; I don’t think she supports a gender-based dichotomy