Victorian Social history. The transition from Romantic to Victorian society. Queen Victoria’s accession. The emergence of conditions and social classes. The importance of the railway network on ordinary lives and improved communications.
Victorian Recreations Fashion History
Victorians entered the spirit of DIY entertainments including music, singing and dancing.
1800 Accesories – Regency Fashion History
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comGeorgian EraThe period 1800-1837 is part of the Georgian era. George III was insane after 1811, but lived on until 1820. His son the Prince Regent, George, acted as Regent for nine years of the King’s madness, then reigned 1820-1830. Because of the influence of the Georgian Prince Regent, this …
Victorian Era Jobs
From factory workers to skilled craftsmen, the Victorian Era (1837-1901) saw a range of jobs shaped by social class. Rise of professions, too.
Bra History – Bras After 1950 – Undergarments fashion history
The history of the bra dates back to ancient civilizations, but it wasn’t until the late 19th and early 20th century that modern bra designs were developed and popularized.
1970s Punks Fashion History Vivienne Westwood, Body Piercing
Costume History of early Punks. How aspects of Punk fashion, an anti establishment fashion, soon became accepted as part of mainstream styling by the turn of the 21st century.
1923 Fashion Photos & 1940’s Women’s Fashion Photos
Pictures of Ordinary People and Children in Britain in Everyday ClothesBy Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comThese are original family photographs of ordinary people in everyday clothes and taken between 1922 and 1955. They show fashion as it was worn and are an accurate record of fashion history of the early and mid-twentieth century.These photographs must …
The Seamstresses and Dressmakers of Edwardian England
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comSeamstresses of 1900 LondonThe Edwardian Hostesses in TradeDuring the Edwardian era there were few activities in which wealthy ladies could become involved. They became increasingly disinterested in church work and some upper class ladies chose to cultivate a hobby. Retail trade, no matter how flourishing was quite unacceptable in society.A …
1940s Utility Clothing
1940s Rationing – Utility Clothing Fashion and Costume HistoryUniforms and Patriotic Fashion LooksDuring the Second World War Paris produced restrained clothing to match the economic atmosphere. The general wartime scene was one of drabness and uniformity, continuing well after the war finished in 1945. There was an austere atmosphere and people were encouraged to ‘make …
Victorian Era Fashion
From 1837 to 1901, Victorian fashion underwent many changes, it was characterized by elaborate, detailed designs and an emphasis on the silhouette.