This is the period of the Gibson girl. The fashions are shaped by the introduction of a new corset which created an S bend to the figure. The silhouette is soft and feminine, usually created with soft flowing fabrics. The large puffed sleeves of the 1890s have disappeared, replaced by fitted or drooping sleeves, often with fullness at the elbow. Evening necklines are open, just at the turn of the shoulder, and bodices are lightly fitted or gathered in the front, creating a pigeon breast silhouette. Skirts are trumpet shaped and flow softly over the hips, flaring at the hem, often with short trains.