The Historical Influence of Clothing Styles on Architecture and Interior Design
Naila Huseynova1* 
, Sevinj Hasanova2
Abstract. This study fundamentally analyzes the complex and multifaceted relationship between fashion and architectural design, as well as how these two fields have influenced one another throughout history and shaped aesthetic transitions. Clothing, as a “second skin,” and architecture, as a “third skin,” fulfill the human need for physical shelter at different scales. The article examines how clothing forms across various historical periods—such as the Gothic, Baroque, Modernist, and Minimalist eras—have been synthesized with interior and exterior design in terms of structure, materials, and visual language. In particular, the manifestation of vertical lines in both Gothic cathedrals and elongated, pointed garments, as well as the dramatic effects created by the decorative richness of the Baroque period in both interiors and fashion, are presented comparatively. In the modern era, the rise of textile architecture and the use of high-tech fabrics on building façades demonstrate the convergence of clothing and architecture at the material level. The study also proves that both disciplines are shaped by culture, society, and technology, and despite operating on different temporal scales, they share common roots in design concepts. Ultimately, it emphasizes that the boundaries between these two fields are becoming increasingly transparent and that the concept of “wearable shelters” will play a significant role in future urban planning and personal design. This analysis provides both architects and fashion designers with a deep understanding of the aesthetic and functional importance of interdisciplinary interactions and identifies directions for future development.
Keywords: clothing, architecture, interior, design, history, transformation