During the early years of the 20th century, women began working outside the home, though by the time they married they were expected to quit and assume their real job as homemakers. By the late 'Teens, a number of women educated in the arts were making names for themselves as "lady decorators." Early design efforts during the 1920s in particular show a decidedly feminine style in product advertising.
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