Blenheim Palace and Belvoir Castle are holding exhibitions
starring costumes and props used in the film 'The Young
Victoria'. They each have interesting displays of the
costumes worn in the film. Here on this page are the
highlights of the 'The Young Victoria Film (2009) Film Making Exhibitions Details
I know that readers who visit Fashion-era.com, and who love
Victorian fashion history, will very much enjoy learning more
about the film the Young Victoria and the chance to view a
related exhibitions. At the exhibitions costumes, images,
settings and film footage used in the film will all be on public
show at two forthcoming UK based exhibitions at Blenheim Palace
and also at Belvoir Castle. Editor - P.L.Thomas.
See below for 'The Young Victoria' film trailer links and
also some still images from the film.
Film 'still' of the young Victoria wearing a
romantic dress with wonderful gigot sleeves, velvet pelerine and
gorgeous bonnet.
Calling costume lovers, corset collectors, and vintage fashionistas everywhere,
here is an invitation to view some of the
spectacular garments featured in the film 'The Young Victoria'.
In celebration of the release of the highly anticipated The
Young Victoria, Blenheim Palace and Belvoir Castle are hosting
official exhibitions. With exclusive displays of the costumes worn in the film,
the two
stunning venues offer an exhibition fit for a Queen! This is a chance to not only view some of the pieces
featured in the film, but also to admire the stunning venues
that were the backdrop to the action.
The exhibition at Blenheim Palace (14th Feb to 31st March
2009) will take place in the Long Library, one of the State
Rooms used for filming. In line with the romantic feel of The
Young Victoria exhibition, Blenheim Palace will run special
romantic tours of the State Rooms during the half term week.
Celebrating the Palace’s opening on Valentine’s Day, the grand
table in the Saloon will be decorated depicting a romantic
dinner for two featuring everything associated with the special
day, including champagne, deep red roses and chocolates.
The exhibition at Belvoir Castle (27th Feb to 8th March 2009)
will also include an opportunity to see the bed in which Queen
Victoria slept during her visit to Belvoir in the 19th
Century.
The Young Victoria which was partly filmed at Blenheim Palace
and Belvoir Castle tells the story of Queen Victoria’s early
rise to power – from a royal power-struggle to a romantic
courtship and legendary marriage to Prince Albert. Packed with
drama, romance, and political intrigue, The Young Victoria, in
cinemas everywhere 6 March 2009, provides a breathtaking insight
into this part of her life.
Film still of the young Victoria being
assisted with dressing.
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The official exhibitions are hosted at Blenheim Palace (14
February to 31 March), and Belvoir Castle (27 February to 8
March), feature costumes as worn by leading actress Emily Blunt
in her role as the young Victoria. Each display will provide
visitors with a chance to learn something from experienced
guides who were on set, and explore the traditional costumes
that were made to ensure that the film correctly illustrates the
fashion of the times.
The women of the mid-19th Century were always
elegant in beautiful gowns lavishly trimmed with lace, ruche and
ribbons. Heavy petticoats, layers of underclothes, metal hoops
and tight corsets were part of the typical dresses of the time,
usually accessorised with ornately accented undersleeves,
collars, gloves, hats and parasols. For the gentlemen smoking
caps and slippers accented traditional suits.
Film still of the young Victoria being helped
into her undergarments.
Sandy Powell, acclaimed Costume Designers who has won Academy
Awards for her designs in Shakespeare in Love 1999 and
The
Aviator 2005, designed all the costumes used in The Young
Victoria.
Dresses worn by Emily Blunt in the movie include a yellow
silk taffeta gown, which was worn to the banquet for the King’s
birthday. During this time Victoria was still a princess and
under control of her domineering mother, and therefore the dress
was designed to make the princess look younger and more girly.
Film still of the young Victoria wearing a
yellow silk taffeta gown.
Costumer Designer, Sandy Powell’s favourite costume of the
movie is a cornflower blue dress made from silk with antique
blond lace around the neck and sleeves. Worn with a romantic
headdress incorporating irises, the outfit is both eye-catching
and extremely flattering.
For more information on The Young Victoria and to explore
Queen Victoria’s dressing room visit
www.theyoungvictoria.co.uk
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The Young Victoria Exhibitions Details
The exhibition at Blenheim Palace (14th Feb to 31st March
2009) will take place in the Long Library, one of the State
Rooms used for filming. In line with the romantic feel of The
Young Victoria exhibition, Blenheim Palace will run special
romantic tours of the State Rooms during the half term week.
Celebrating the Palace’s opening on Valentine’s Day, the grand
table in the Saloon will be decorated depicting a romantic
dinner for two featuring everything associated with the special
day, including champagne, deep red roses and chocolates.
The exhibition at Belvoir Castle (27th Feb to 8th March 2009)
will also include an opportunity to see the bed in which Queen
Victoria slept during her visit to Belvoir in the 19th Century.
Date added 03 February 2009 - Ref:P.708.
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