They were an atrocity without a doubt, but I disagree that they were worse than the bombing of Dresden or the Maginot Line. In my opinion anyway.

These used to be so popular among elementary school girls during the early to mid 1980s. They hit just below the knees, and they were usually worn with knee socks. I even had a pair (they were pink). They were okay at the time, but I really don't expect them to make a comeback any time too soon.

Yes, these were indeed ugly. By the way, for the sake of decency, don't do what I did and try a Google Image Search for culottes.

Ugliest, least flattering fashion for women in history. No one, repeat, no one, looks good in these.