Victorian-era women were primarily confined to the domestic sphere, adhering to strict social expectations. Education and employment opportunities were limited.
Victorian Home Interior
Experience the opulence of house parties and discover how the wealthy Victorians invented a lifestyle that showcased their prosperity and social standing.
1980s Fashion History. Power Dressing C20Th
Fashion history influences of the 80s including, Dynasty and Dallas, big hair, gold, glamour and glitz. Shoulders and shoulder pads. 1980s Fashion also featured, big shoulder shawls, Doc Martens, trainers, low heeled pumps, innovative hosiery and colour coordination.
Bustles Fashion History – Victorian Bustle Era 1870s and 1880s
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.com Bustles The Victorian bustle, sometimes known as the Grecian bend was first in fashion between 1870 and 1875. It was next in fashion between 1883 to I891-2. How to Differentiate Between Bustles of 1870 and 1883 People often find it difficult to distinguish between the two quite different effects …
La Belle Epoque 1890-1914 Fashion History Edwardian Fashion
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.com What is La Belle Époque? Aspects of Edwardian fashion history are examined in the sections on the Society Hostess, The Edwardian Seamstress and Edwardian Corsetry. Here we give a general overview of the main popular styles in the period 1890-1914 by which time fashion moved in a yearly cycle. …
The Great Exhibition of 1851
The Great Exhibition of 1851 was a vibrant display of culture, technology, and fascinating pieces from across the world!
Swimwear in the Early Days
Pictures from the Victorian era, showing fashion history of typical female swimwear at the seaside.
Victorian bathing suits and Edwardian swimming costumes for ladies.
Fitness Fashion History
Fitness fashion has evolved over time from basic and functional clothing to trendy and fashionable athletic wear that is now a multibillion-dollar industry.
Fashion and Costume Dolls – Fashion History
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.com French Fashion Dolls in History Louis XIV wanted all of Europe to know about Paris fashions, so he sent life-sized fashion dolls to every European Court. The dolls were dressed in the latest styles. Noble ladies would have their tailors imitate the clothes, footwear, hats, and accessories on the …
What’s in a Name – History Behind Fashion Brand Names
A look into the stories behind fashion brand names.