Fashion Collection (page 7)

Velvet Evenings
circa 1926: A velvet cocktail dress tied over one shoulder with a bow and featuring a layered skirt. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Powder Rush
Pauline Pentony MA ARPS DPAGB

Victorian satirical cartoon - The modern damsel
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon. The modern damsel

Hawaiian shirts display at market place

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad on the Animas River, San Juan National Forest
The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad on the Animas River, San Juan National Forest, Colorado, USA

CHICAGO: FAMILY, 1941. An African American family in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, July 1941

Examples of Bloomers
An engraving of four examples of women wearing bloomers as advocated by womens rights and temperance advocate Amelia Bloomer (1818-1894) circa 1850. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

1940s style pin-up girl leaning on the tail fin of a Stearman biplane
Patriotic 1940s style pin-up girl leaning on the tail fin of a World War II Stearman biplane

Carnival Venice Italy Masked Costumes

Young man wearing bathing trunks, leaning against a concrete wall

Bare-chested cowboy leaning on a cow gate

Girl, teenager, serious

Young man with laptop sitting on steps

ESTELLE SYLVIA PANKHURST (1882-1960). English suffragette, daughter of Emmeline Pankhurst. Photograph, c1910

KARL I (1887-1922). Karl (Charles) Francis Joseph, Emperor of Austria (1916-18). Photographed c1917

AUSTEN: PRIDE & PREJUDICE. Mrs. Long and her nieces. Illustration by Hugh Thomson for an 1894 edition of Jane Austens novel Pride and Prejudice, first published in 1813

AUSTEN: PRIDE & PREJUDICE. Mary Bennet entertaining the party at Netherfield. Illustration by Hugh Thomson for an 1894 edition of Jane Austens novel Pride and Prejudice, first published in 1813

D OYLY CARTE POSTER, c1894. Poster for Gilbert & Sullivans Utopia, Limited, as performed by D Oyly Cartes Opera Company. Lithograph poster, c1894

Hawaiian shirts for sale at Rarotonga Saturday Market (Punanga Nui Market), Avarua Town, Cook Islands, South Pacific, Pacific

Bullingdon Club Point To Point at Oddington. Mr John Ward, Miss Nancy Beaton and Lord Jersey. 1931

At the Royal Ascot race meeting - the Duke of Richmond and Gordon. 1925

Society at the Hurlingham Club, London, at the England versus the Rest of The World Polo match. Arriving are Captain and Mrs Rogerson with the Honourable Mrs Ian Maitland 25th May 1921

Hurlingham Ladies Polo. Final Barton Abbey versus Rugby, for the Clanbrassil cup. Miss Darcy De Frece ( Barton Abbey ) 1939

Polo at Hurlingham Club, London - Lord Roberts

Making felt for velour hats at Sennett Bros, Blackfriars. 23 October 1919

Ladies Inter Club Polo at Ranelagh - Rugby team, left to right Hon Mrs Edward Greenall, Miss F Philips, Miss B Balding and Miss Judy Forwood 1937

Lusitania Inquiry Mr Boddy and his life saving apparatus 15 June 1915

Leader of feminine motor fashions. Mme Kostio de Warkoffska, the well known Russian Society leader and noted motorist, resident in Paris, wearing a smart motoring coat and hat by Poiret

Alfred Smirke, the jockey, and his Fiancee, Miss Margery Friday ( Married 27 January 1934 ) 16 January 1934

Beaufort Hunt point to point at Hazelton. Mrs Dudley Ward and Lord Dudley. 1 March 1928

International polo match at the Hurlingham Club, London - the British Army versus America. Sir Harold and Lady Snagge and their children. Sir Harold is the Chairman of Hurlingham Club. 20 June 1925

Indian Empire Garden Party at Hurlingham Mrs Grosvenor - Collins ( wife of Major Grosvenor - Collins, of Welwyn, Hertfordshire ) 1 July 1935

Queen Alexandra at the Royal Aircraft Factory, Farnborough, July 3rd, 1915, where she named four of the aeroplanes furnished by the Overseas Club to the Royal Flying Corps. July 3rd, 1915

Rugby Polo Clubs Tournament at Spring Hill, Rugby Miss Bunty Balding, a clever lady player and Captain Thomas 1931

Madrid versus Roehampton at Roehampton, Argentina versus Quidnuncs Queen Alexandra

Lady Elizabeth Percy, Queens train bearer, fitted for Coronation dress. Lady Elizabeth Percy, who is to be one of the train bearers in attendance on the Queen at the Coronation went to Norman

Young children having holiday fun in the sea at Eastbourne. 9 August 1916

Striking fashion at Henley Royal regatta. Photo shows, Mrs Allan Kennedy in a striking fashion at henley Regatta, with Mr Brocklebank. 3 July 1935

Queen Alexandra at the Drury Lane Matinee May 11th, 1909

Play in progress at the Cowdray Park Polo Tournament at Midhurst in Sussex. A general view of the Polo. 1937

The Victory Ball at the Albert Hall Miss Elsie Carlisle 12 November 1919

Ladies Polo Players at Spring Hill, Rugby Miss Bunty Balding 26 August 1931

Queen Alexandra at nurses bazaar and fete at Devonshire house 1 May 1919

Get Ahead Get A Hat
31st July 1950: Three bowler hats on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. (Photo by Ron Gerelli/Express/Getty Images)

Petworth Park Fishing Competition for the "Welcome Home"Fund - 14 September 1946
Four fishermen with assorted fish pose for the camera; two young boys look on. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N27054

MARILYN MONROE (1926-1962). American cinema actress

Cowboy boots lining the shelves, Austin, Texas, United States of America, North America

Elizabeth I (1533-1603) Queen of England and Ireland from 1558, last Tudor monarch. The Darnley portrait c1588, artist unknown

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"Fashion through the Ages: From Suffragettes to Singing Cowboys" Step into a world where fashion tells stories, where every garment is a canvas of history and culture. Take a journey through time as we explore the diverse influences that have shaped the ever-evolving realm of fashion. Intricate and enchanting, an Alexander McQueen dress adorned with Magpie motifs captures our attention. This masterpiece pays homage to nature's beauty while showcasing the designer's unparalleled creativity. Travel back to 1908 when English suffragettes fought for women's rights, their voices amplified by feminist newspapers. Their boldness and determination paved the way for future generations, leaving an indelible mark on both society and style. Enter the vibrant era of Biba Style, where London became a playground for self-expression in the swinging sixties. With its bohemian flair and daring designs, this movement revolutionized fashion as we know it today. Roy Rogers, an American singing cowboy actor photographed alongside his loyal companion Trigger embodies rugged charm. Together they epitomize timeless Western style that continues to inspire modern-day trends. Discover St. Bernadette of Lourdes, whose humble spirit shines through her simple yet elegant attire. Her devotion serves as a reminder that true beauty lies within one's character rather than material possessions. London scenes from early 1900s take us on a visual journey filled with architectural marvels like The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel - witness how these iconic landmarks become part of our sartorial backdrop throughout history. An Arrow shirt collar ad from 1914 showcases J. C Leyendecker's artistic prowess while highlighting men's formal wear at its finest. This advertisement demonstrates how fashion has always been intertwined with artistry and innovation. The Supremes grace us with their presence - Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, and Diana Ross exude elegance in perfect harmony during their performances in the '60s.