Berets Collection

Scottish Curling 1885
Soop her up! Two Scottish curlers brush vigourously to melt the top of the ice, and allow the curling stone to slide correctly

The Wild Geese cast in army uniform 1977

Actress Raquel Welch on location for film shoot 1966 Wearing striped mini dress

Major Metcalfe, Mrs F. Cripps, and Lady Alexandra Metcalfe
Edward Dudley Metcalfe, MVO, MC, (16 January 1887 18 November 1957), known as Fruity Metcalfe, officer in the British Indian Army, a close friend and equerry of Edward VIII

Summer Holiday Fashions
Nautical holiday outfits from 1932, including palazzo pants and berets

Red beret, close up

Berets by Rose Valois
Two hats by Rose Valois described as berets. Both are close-fitting and brimless

Out of the line, illustration from 'The Western Front', pub. by Country Life Ltd, 1917 (litho)
STC404024 Out of the line, illustration from 'The Western Front', pub. by Country Life Ltd, 1917 (litho) by Bone, David Muirhead (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

At The Royal Agricultural Show in 1939, 1947. Creator: Unknown
At The Royal Agricultural Show in 1939, 1947. Princess Margaret Rose and her older sister Princess Elizabeth (future Queen Elizabeth II) feeding a donkey in Windsor Great Park

Vicki Michelle actress in TVs "Allo, Allo"
Vicki Michelle actress in TVs " Allo, Allo" longs to play more serious roles February 1987 dbase MSI

Sailors lean out of a train window as they depart for their ship. June 1947

World Cup 1978 MSI Charlie Gibbons, Alistair Steele, Scotland fans asleep on bus

Robert Lindsay Actor - October 1977 As Wolfie Citizen Smith sitting on a Motor Scooter holding a guitar with Cheryl Hall who plays his girlfriend in the BBC TV comedy series Citizen Smith dbase

Old men, Bermeo, Spain
Old men - three with traditional Basque berets - sit on a park bench in Bermeo, Biscay, Spain. Date: 1990

Victoria Principal arrives at LAP with Harry Glassman DBASE MSI

Captured Republican Troops near Bilbao; Spanish Civil War, 1
Photograph showing a group of captured Nationalist troops, wearing dark berets, roped together at the wrist being, interrogated by a Nationalist officer, near Bilbao, 1936

DOG. Springer Spaniel wearing glasses and a blue beret hat

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DOG. Cavapoo puppy studio with paw up holding red rose wearing a beret

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Cavapoo Dog, puppy 6 weeks old wearing red beret with paw up Date: 30-Oct-19

Two women in fashionable holiday outfits pose for their photograph outside their chalet in Jaywick. Date: 1931

Couple embracing on a country stile (colour photo)
3094518 Couple embracing on a country stile (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple embracing on a country stile. Postcard, early 20th century)

Joe Carstairs in her motor boat, 1925
Canvas and power: Miss M B Carstairs in her racing motor-boat, part of the Women in Sport series in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News

French reservists enjoying lunch in London, September 1939
French reservists enjoying their lunch and wine under the cover of the trees of Bedford Square as they wait to register for service

French women signing up for war work, September 1939
A group of Frenchwomen engaged in signing up for Passive Defence and Red Cross work shortly after the outbreak of war in September 1939. Date: September 1939

Man Sleeping (oil on panel)
2829377 Man Sleeping (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz (1625-79) (school of); 25.4x20.3 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Bar at the Chambre D Amour, Biarritz
Beach bar at the Chambre D Amour, Biarritz. Note the picture of the pelato player behind the bar, the traditional game of the Basque region. Date: 1934

Front cover portrait, Lady Moira Combe -- In a Bowl of Chrysanthemums. Date: 1930

Campo Voltantin, near Salve Bridge, Bilbao, Spain. circa 1905

Amusements in Biarritz by Bryan de Grineau
Sketches recording life in Biarritz as pictured by the artist Bryan de Grineau in 1931. Holidaymakers are trying out the Basque sport of pelota - wearing a beret of course

Waiter wearing beret and Oxford bags, 1926
Will it ever come to this? The President of the National Federation of Merchant Taylors is responsible for this awful suggestion

1st Battalion London Scottish marching through London on arrival from France, May 16th
STC359796 1st Battalion London Scottish marching through London on arrival from France, May 16th, 1919 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Portrait of Alfred, Lord Tennyson (b / w photo)
STC135827 Portrait of Alfred, Lord Tennyson (b/w photo) by Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson (6 August 1809 - 6 October 1892)

Self-Portrait, 1931 (oil on canvas)
2632776 Self-Portrait, 1931 (oil on canvas) by Sher-Gill, Amrita (1913-41); 65.1x54 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Womens US Army Service beret worn by Brigadier General Hazel Johnson-Brown, 1980
Womens US Army Service beret worn by Brigadier General Hazel Johnson-Brown, the first African American woman to achieve that rank

Morocco world cup feature June 1998 Marrakesh a camel wears tartan scarf and tammy for World Cup feature Scotland will play Morocco in World Cup match

Richard Burton Film Actor filming The Wild Geese - October 1977 Dbase MSI

Joanna Lumley actress in picture gallery - April 1986 dbase msi

Jamie Farr Actor plays Corporal Klinger in the Television Series Mash August 1980

Two stylish ladies sat in deckchairs on the beach
A stylish jovial pair of ladies sat in deckchairs on the beach beneath a pretty oriental paper parasol. circa 1930s

1st Battalion London Scottish marching through London on arrival from France, May 16th, 1919
During the First World War the 1st Battalion of London Scottish was the first Territorial Infantry Battalion in action against the Germans at Messines on 31st October 1914

World Cup June 1974 Scotland training Billy Bremner with fans and flag © mirrorpix

World Cup France June 1998 Football Scotland fans Richey Kenna and George Smith in Paris playing with ball in rain at Eiffel Tower

Scotland 1 Norway 1 World Cup football Group A Young tartan Army, Scotland, supporter with a painted face, tartan, hat, scarf, and kilt looks depressed leaning face on hand

Benny Hill Actor Comedian In One Of His Many Characters Dbase January 21st marks the anniversary of the birth of British comedian Alfred Hill

Peter O Toole British actor stars in Pied Piper August 1989 Dbase LMAH003

Two women stroll along the seafront
Two stylish women strolling along the seafront. The weather is likely a little breezy as long overcoats, scarves and berets on show... Date: circa 1920s

Frenchmen in berets, Sarlat, Dordogne, France
Frenchmen wearing berets at a farmers market, Sarlat, Dordogne, France. circa 1966

Scouts at Georgetown (Janjanbureh), Gambia, West Africa
Scouts and cubs of the 1st Georgetown Group at Georgetown (now Janjanbureh), Gambia, West Africa, April 1948. With them are Scout Master A An Jie and visiting ACC, J Sanger-Davies. Date: 1948

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"Berets: A Timeless Fashion Statement Through History" In 1885, Scottish Curling witnessed a unique twist as players donned berets, adding flair to the icy sport. Major Metcalfe, Mrs F. Cripps, and Lady Alexandra Metcalfe were among the trendsetters who embraced this stylish headwear. Rose Valois revolutionized beret fashion with her exquisite designs that captured attention wherever they went. From elegant soirées to casual outings, her berets became a symbol of sophistication and individuality. The iconic film "The Wild Geese" showcased the cast in army uniforms adorned with berets in 1977. The red beret took center stage in close-up shots, epitomizing courage and resilience. As summer arrived, holiday fashions embraced the versatility of berets. Whether strolling along sandy beaches or exploring vibrant cities, these hats added an effortless touch of elegance to any outfit. During the Spanish Civil War in 1936, Republican troops near Bilbao were captured wearing their distinctive berets—a poignant reminder of their unwavering spirit amidst conflict and turmoil. Vicki Michelle's portrayal of Yvette Carte-Blanche in TV's "Allo Allo" brought French charm to life with her signature black beret—becoming an emblematic accessory for fans worldwide. In Bermeo, Spain, old men proudly wore their traditional Basque-style berets—a testament to cultural heritage passed down through generations—an enduring symbol of identity and pride. Scouts at Georgetown (Janjanbureh) in Gambia showcased unity by sporting colorful berets during community events—a reflection of camaraderie and shared values within West African culture. Three young women enjoying a yacht excursion at Cowes on the Isle of Wight exuded timeless elegance with their chic white outfits complemented by matching navy blue striped sailor-inspired berets—an embodiment of nautical style.