Historical Fashion

Blue Rococo Baroque Marie Antoinette Ball Dresses 18th Century Costume Condition: Brand New Color: amp;nbsp; Blue Material: Satins And Lace Silhouette: Ball Gown Sleeve Length: Full amp;nbsp; Sleeve Dresses Length:Floor-Length Neckline: Square-Collar Decoration: Lace Style: Vintage Includes: Dress + Hat amp;nbsp;

A stunning original fashion plate lithograph from The Designer May 1899 published by The Standard Fashion Co. The colors are so bold and the detailed faces are gorgeous. This is ideal for a historical fashion lover or antique wardrobe collector.

Fashion through the 1800s

Last week's photo of the day theme was evening wear. With prom season right around the corner and so many winter balls and galas taking place, it is the perfect time to look at the most glamorous of all vintage evening gowns and dresses. We can't forget the gentlemen, too, who always look so fine

by Susan Jarrett The Romantic period derives its name from Romanticism- a term used to describe a movement in art, literature, and music that valued freedom of expression. Romanticism began in…

I was Born In the Wrong Era

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So, last week I made a silly mistake and published two Rate the Dresses. I noticed it a few hours later and withdrew the one I hadn’t meant to publish. So most of you only saw the 1780s pastel polonaised froof that I left up (and most of didn’t particularly care for it and rated it a not-very inspiring 5.2 out of 10). But some of you did get a sneak-peek at this week’s Rate the Dress, so have had all week to think about whether you like it or not.. 1840s dresses can be a bit, well, plain and…

Fashion Plate, ‘Dinner Dress’ for ‘The Repository of Arts’, Rudolph Ackermann (England, London, 1764-1834), England, London, April 1, 1825, Prints, Hand-colored engraving on paper.

White Tudor gown