Looking back over the decades it is easy to see why the connection has been made: a glimpse of leg gives a sense of independence and confidence; a sweeping skirt is a sign of modesty and austerity.

• 回顾过去的几十年，我们就会轻而易举地发现裙长与经济之间的联系：露腿的装束传达出独立和自信，而拖地的长裙则是谦逊和朴素的表白。