Although fashion did not embrace the look of trousers on the female form until the late 20th century, history saw working women wearing them a hundred years prior. From Victorian coal miners who rolled up their skirts around their waist to reveal soot-covered pants underneath to today’s terrible backlash of factory-torn denim, spandex jeggings, and bedazzled bums, women’s pants have undergone quite a transformation. Let’s take a look at the early fashion of women’s pants from the festooned Victorian era right on through to the ultra glamorous 1930s. Victorian era 1896 Edwardian era 1920s 1920s 1926 Veronica Lake. 1930s. Harpers Bazaar, December 1939. Ethel Waters. 1920s. c.1890 Dr. Mary Walker, 1866. c.1870 1880s 1900s 1908 c.1900 Calamity Jane, c.1895. c.1906 1896 Cowgirl, 1915. 1860s c.1900 c.1900s c.1900s c.1910 (via A n j o u)
The Edwardian era saw the rise of ready-to-wear clothes, was the height of the Belle Époque, and saw the influence on fashion of the suffragettes and dress reform reach its conclusion. As the Edwar…
My birthday is on Monday so today I am in a mood of recollecting that life is short and we should live it to the full. In honor of the "life is short" bit, I have come up with a slightly depressing list (don't worry - I will post a happier one tomorrow). The Victorians
A look at English, American and Continental Victorian majolica and faience from a historical, aesthetic and collectible point of view.
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A working-class family, circa 1880.
I’ve always been amazed by families that somehow have photos of their great-grandparents’ wedding days or baby pics of their grandparents. I can’t even remember ever seeing a photo of my grandparents when they were younger than 50. But lucky for me, there are plenty of photographs floating around the internet that can give me a blast from the past when I’m looking to learn more about the history of our world.
Although I’ve kicked off various articles in Wikipedia including the ones on User-Generated Content (in 2005 when UGC was still quite new and shiny) and on Bryn’s sister Daphne, I’…
“But there weren't any black people back then!” When people of color are erased from images of historical eras, some folks have any number of excuses. These stunning Victorian photos blow those excuses away.
During the Victorian era, fancy dress balls were one of the grandest and most fashionable ways for a society hostess to make her mark
This is a tutorial for a Late Victorian hairstyle. Enjoy!! Let’s begin. Step one ~ Part the front section of your hair beginning from behind your ears to the top of your head on both sides, then ti…
Star Australian soprano (1861-1931), who became one of the most famous singers of the late Victorian Era and the 20th century for her beautiful voice and technique. Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY.
Lust, Gluttony, and Sloth. Three of the Seven Deadly Sins are depicted in Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema’s The Roses of Heliogabalus.
1887 Alexandre Cabanel - Olivia Peyton Murray Cutting, wife of William Bayard Cutting (Museum of the City of New York)
The Black Victorians. Who were they? And why haven’t we heard more about them? Similar to the legend that was Dido Elizabeth Belle, a biracial aristocrat (unearthed by filmmaker Amma Asante, …
Made of 100% baby alpaca Alpaca wool is locally and ethically sourced One size Handcrafted in Bolivia The Catalina sweater, inspired by the Victorian dress styles and silhouettes of the late 19th century, and the softest alpaca fiber from Bolivia, was brought to life thanks to the collaboration of Ponchos Rojas and Yanawara. The perfect combination of these two Bolivian brands brought together the romantic nostalgia from the past, and timeless knit patterns to the modern chic lifestyle. With Ponchos Rojas bringing the attention to Victorian details and Yanawara's essential lace knits, the Catalina is a beautifully unique piece for your wardrobe. Care: Hand-washing is the gentlest method of cleaning an Alpaca garment, and will add years to the life of your Alpaca clothing. Gently wash in cold / warm water with a mild soap (mild shampoo will do) and thoroughly rinse in water of the same temperature. Special care must be taken as wet Alpaca fabric can weaken and stretch out of shape. Never wring or twist. Gently press excess water from garment. While supporting the weight of the wet garment lay it on a dry towel. Ease the garment back into shape and roll up in the towel. Press to remove excess water and repeat this step with a second towel. On a flat surface lay the sweater on a fresh, dry towel or paper until thoroughly air dried. Once your Alpaca garment is dry you will want to fold it carefully, avoiding a center crease. Never hang an Alpaca sweater as it will stretch the garment out of shape. Lay flat in a drawer or on a closet shelf.
Kensington and Chelsea Libraries have published several wonderful images by the late amateur photographer Edward Linley Sambourne which captures the c...
I ♡ Vintage Photos
Isabella reporting, One of our recent Friday Videos featuring an unidentified woman dancing along a precariously high-wire far above th...
