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Explain the reasons for the changes in clothing patterns and materials in the 18th century.  

Answer:

Changes in clothing patterns and materials in the 18th century took place due to events like the French Revolution, which ended the restrictions imposed by the sumptuary laws. Due to colonialism, different cultures came into contact with each other and were in turn influenced by each other's cultures dress styles. Thus, changes took place in the clothing patterns. Trade with India brought the beautiful and easy to maintain Indian chintzes within the reach of Europeans.