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.
1970s Punks Fashion History Vivienne Westwood, Body Piercing
Queen Elizabeth II’s Ceremonial Wedding Dress and Robes Designed by Norman Hartnell
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comTable of ContentThe Queen’s Wedding Dress Designer – Norman HartnellIn a sense, the Queen has been married twice. The first time she became wedded to Prince Philip; the second time at her coronation, she became wedded to the people. Each occasion demanded a dress of majestic beauty and on each …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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.
Pre and Post Edwardian Photos of Everyday Fashions
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comC1890 – 1918 Photographs Late Victorian and Edwardian Real Life Pictures of Ordinary People in BritainThe Edwardian Era spanned from 1901 to 1910 and was characterized by a sense of opulence and luxury. During this time, photography became more accessible to the general public, leading to a proliferation of photos …
Costume and Fashion History Museums in Great Britain List
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comAlways Check Directly with Museums for Updated InformationAlways telephone first to check if the museum is still showing examples of dress or accessories or textiles. Galleries are updated sometimes to improve conservation conditions. Also check days and times of opening. Some museums close when you least expect it such as …
History of Makeup – Cosmetics History
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comLate Eighteenth-Century Return to NatureBy the French Revolution of 1789 fashion changes developing since 1775 took effect. The new female hair fashion was to wear a wig of arranged curling coils on top of the head letting the natural hair fall loosely down the nape of the neck.As the 18th …
The Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Clothes Designed by Norman Hartnell
By Pauline Weston Thomas for Fashion-Era.comQueen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Full NameQueen Elizabeth The Queen Mother’s full birth name was “Elizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon.” She was born on August 4, 1900, in London, and died on March 30, 2002. She became the Queen Consort in 1936 when her husband, King George VI, ascended to the …