Masculinity and Fashion in different era

Preface

It can be said that we live in a unique era that different with any other time. The unbelievable development of technology, the ubiquitously universal value in the world (e.g. liberal democracy), and also accompanied by diverse values/elements shock people, all of them are seen through an historical lens. Whilst, when it comes to modern culture, especially in fashion term, we are amazing at their fantastic change, such as the means of masculinity in different stages.

A male model in fashionable T stage

Beckham, the typical label of masculinity in the world 

Mans Fashion Photography With Oil Painting

A traditional general in China

Changeable masculinity images in screen

Whatever these images present, it is interesting that the definition of masculinity is dynamically changed in space-time. And then, I will lists two film male characters who represent masculinity temperament in different time. 


Sylvester Stallone  

Sylvester Stallone, as the representative personage of unyielding man, Stallone emerged robust, integrity, violence and tough in his early roles, such as Rocky and Rambo. His master work includes Rocky Series, First Blood, etc. Strong muscle,waistcoat and charming smile are the label of Stallone. In addition, he is also a well adapter and director who directed and acted Rocky. 

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Although he and Stallone looks like twins that play similar role of masculinity, they are  

totally different in my views. Stallone looks like the flame who shows who is he to his audiences without reservation. On the other hand, Arnold Schwarzenegger seems like seawater who are too cool to be grime. However, it is a heat heart under the poker face. For instance, people cannot forget his role in The Terminator who are the loyal robot and no fear to sacrifice in order to protect the young scientist. Sunglasses and black jacket is his standard layout. 

Jean Renoir

One of the most famous actor in French. Renoir's action style is 

influenced by Marlon Brando who got Oscar Winner twice. In my

view, Renoir is the leader of masculinity in Europe. In the movie of 

Leon, he used a deep and restraining acting skill to perform the 

killer Leon and accepted by most of audience. Once I see his

movie, I attracted by his eyes carelessly. In addition, as his 

successful action in Leon, he got the opportunity to develop in 

Hollywood. After that , Renoir acted some well motion pictures, 

such as Mission Impossible and The Da Vinci Code. Cool color 

dressing is his dressing feature.