#fashionhistory

[recycledmoviecostumes]

Sandy Powell designed this incredible wired Elizabethan ruff with decorative swirls and pearl accents for 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑰𝒏 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆, where it was originally worn by Gwyneth Paltrow as Viola De Lesseps in 1998.   Most recently, in 2024, the piece appeared in the fifth episode of 𝑴𝒚 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑱𝒂𝒏𝒆, where Emily Bader wore it in the title role.   Interestingly enough, the production's showrunner, Gemma Burgess, actually spoke about this particular reuse in an interview with @geekgirlauthority   "… there's a ball, Jane wears an incredible gown, and we were talking to our costume designer, and we said, 'Y'know, we want it to feel like the moment in 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑰𝒏 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆 when Gwyneth Paltrow wears the incredible gold ruff, and she came back a couple weeks later and said, 'I found the ruff.' We were like, 'Oh, you got it made?' She said, 'No, I found the 𝑨𝑪𝑻𝑼𝑨𝑳 ruff. In a costume house.' And so, Jane is literally wearing the Gwyneth Paltrow ruff from 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑰𝒏 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆."   Find out where else this ruff was worn at: Bit.ly/Acces204

[blondebrainpowered]

Tsarina Maria Alexandrovna was the first wife of Tsar Alexander II and wore this silver silk and brocade dress for her husband's coronation in 1856, Russia.

[professorpski]

“Soon the knitter herself will visualize a thousand of other ways in which a motif can be used, and so fave at her disposal an exhaustible variety of fabrics. Thick fabrics or thin fabrics, patterned fabrics or plain fabrics, those blazing in colour or decorated with beads, she can make fabric imitated fur (Looped Knitting), Lace, Picot, Filet, or Crochet, and even cloque and woven fabric, by a mere change of technique. Every ornament known to dressmaking can be imitated, even hemstitching and buttons!”

When Mary Thomas wrote this in 1945 in Mary Thomas’s Book of Knitting Patterns when dressmaking was the most common craft women learned. Circular knitting, which she called seamless knitting, was viewed as peasant knitting, interesting historically, but not something most women likely to do. So, comparing knitting to dressmaking was a compliment. In fact, sewing pieces of knitted fabric was taken for granted and Thomas offered the same garment block or garment schematic that we see in dressmaking in the section explaining how to plan an entirely original sweater.

Similarly, Thomas urged her the reader to imagine new ways of patterning a knitted fabric through her choice of stitches. Every section of the book suggests how variations might be introduced to the stitches she explains. She valued the experimentation and imagination which created the stitches she taught and clearly saw yet more to be invented.

You can find this and other Thomas books at Dover Publications: https://store.doverpublications.com/0486228185.html

[historicalgarments1]

1892-93 reception dress by H. & S. Pogue Co. Cincinnati Art Museum accession number 1996.385a-b . . . . . . #HistoricalGarments #CostumeDesign #DressHistory #FashionHistory #HistoriaDeLaModa #Couture #HistoricalCostuming #VintageStyle #VintageDress #19thCenturyFashion #1800s #HistoricalCostume #BeadWork #BelleEpoque https://www.instagram.com/p/CqA2suHLPSR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[fashionetsottises]

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brooklyn, #newyork, #vintage, #mode, #histoire, #teeshirt, #fashion, #style, #tendance, #retro, #urbanstyle.

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[pastlivesfinery]

Le Cachet de Paris, 1916 💗

[widenerlibrary]

We just discovered today is Floral Design Day and we also happened to have scanned these flowery fabrics recently. These are from 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐢𝐝𝐞 (Nuremberg, 2018), the catalog from an exhibit at the German National Library on 18th century fashion in silk. #silk #fashion #fashionhistory #flowers #floraldesignday #library #books #bookstagram #booksofinstagram #librarybooks #librarybook (at Harvard Yard) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpOPUI0OChS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[fashionhubsworld]

"Yohji Yamamoto Spring/Summer 1999 RTW: A Timeless Elegance in Avant-Garde Fashion"

"This captivating image from Yohji Yamamoto's Spring/Summer 1999 Ready-to-Wear collection encapsulates the designer's signature blend of avant-garde aesthetics and timeless elegance. The intricate detailing and bold silhouettes redefine fashion norms, making it a true masterpiece of the era."

[leon-production]

The oldest leather shoe - a slipper more than 5500 years old. Found in 2008 in the Armenian cave of Areni.👟

[alejandroromerophoto]

@_minaserrano para @perchamagazine Maquillaje & Cabello: @luzgonzalezvg Director de moda: @edu.espejo Asistente de moda: @ar_antza PR: @ksayyeah_ Agencia: @talentontheroad Locación: @casa.versalles Foto: @alejandroromerophoto

[recycledmoviecostumes]

This striped Victorian bustle gown was first spotted being worn by Phyllis Calvert as Agnes Garrideb in the 1994 mini-series 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒊𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝑯𝒐𝒍𝒎𝒆𝒔, in the episode entitled 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒛𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒆.   The costume was worn again by time-traveling prison escapee, River Song in the episode of 𝑫𝒐𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒉𝒐 entitled 𝑨 𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑴𝒂𝒏 𝑮𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑾𝒂𝒓.   Learn more at: Bit.ly/VicEd340    

[blondebrainpowered]

Evening dress by House of Worth ca. 1898–1900

[professorpski]

The Gored Skirt in the 1970s: Butterick 4139

This skirt pattern shows you how some basic cuts come back again and again, with slightly different emphasis, to serve current purposes. In the 1930s, gores--that is, pattern pieces widened from the waist to the hemline--only flared towards the lower-calf hemline. The gored look of the 1940s had more width as hemlines crept upwards and easy movement became a priority during World War II with gas rationing and more walking and talking public transit. The width of gored skirts grew enormously with the New Look in 1947, and hemlines dropped again as fabric was no longer rationed. The A-line silhouette of much of the 1960s meant that gores were not much used in mini-skirts, and simple cuts--skirts of 2 seams only-- were popular.

In contrast, this pattern from the 1970s makes the most of the 8 gores to give width and movement to the fabric of the skirt. It is fitted only at the waist and top of the hip line, then flares out from there, and ends around the knee, which reminds me of 1940s skirts. The idea of easy movement is implied by the slight sway of the pale orange skirt on the right. The style flexibility of the gored skirt is apparent in the range of blouses as much as in the lengths. The long, party skirt is for an evening out, shown here with a white gathered blouse trimmed with lace. But a bowed blouse and two collared blouses indicates that it could be worn as a shorter skirt for work or for spectator sports. In fact, the shorter blue skirt's is worn by a woman holding binoculars, as if she was at the races.

Gored skirts require two things for sewing success: fabric with drape in a solid color or a small, non-directional print. The first to allow a graceful sway as a woman moves. Think crepes or challis. The second to avoid matching a print and to allow a close placing of the pattern pieces. If you have to lay each piece with the hemline oriented at the same end, you end up need a lot of fabric. If you can nestle them close toe each alternating pieces hemline near waistline, you can use a lot less. The shorter versions only take about 1.5 yards and the long 3 yards for 36" hips.

The style is so versatile that when I saw this in a pile of vintage patterns, I moved it from the patterns I merely use for study, to the ones I will definitely be making.

[historicalgarments1]

1874-77 dress of silk, wool, and glass. Cincinnati Art Museum number 1919.140a-b . . . . . . #HistoricalGarments #CostumeDesign #HistoricalFashion #DressHistory #CostumeHistory #FashionHistory #HistoriaDeLaModa #HistoireDeLaMode #OutfitDetails #HistoricalCostuming #VintageStyle #19thCentury #1870s https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnnsy0_rxAc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[fashionetsottises]

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[trendynestcreations]

👗 Uncover the Charm of Vintage Fashion: Thrifting & Styling Tips 🎩

Step into the world of vintage fashion and discover the magic hidden in thrift stores! Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or just getting started, here are some tips to make the most of your vintage finds:

Explore the Era: Each piece has a story! Learn about the fashion trends from different decades to understand the context and significance of your finds.

Mix and Match: Combine vintage pieces with modern staples for a unique, stylish look. A 70s blouse with high-waisted jeans? Yes, please!

Accessorize Wisely: Vintage accessories like hats, bags, and jewelry can elevate any outfit. Look for statement pieces that add a touch of nostalgia to your wardrobe.

Care for Your Treasures: Vintage clothing often requires special care. Research the best ways to wash and store your items to keep them looking fabulous.

Share your favorite thrift store finds and styling tips in the comments! Let’s celebrate the timeless elegance of vintage fashion together. 🌟