Gabardine Collection

Sunday Wilshin, actress (1906-1991) studio fashion portrait. With description, Miss Sunday Wilshin, who is at present engaged in making a new film at Ealing

Viva Paris. Pierre Cardins suit in white wool gabardine (by Fournier) single-breasted with an officer collar and a front panel of semi-circular cutouts

Woman skipping in white nainsook ruffled dress. Robe de nansouk. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Marie-Madeleine Franc-Nohain from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames

White gangster hat by Edward Mann
Model wearing a white gabardine " gangster" hat with red, white and blue striped band by Edward Mann. Worn with make-up by Richard Hudnut using bright pink bloom cream rouge for the hearts

Two fashionable ladies wear 3-piece suits by H J Nicholl
Young fashionable ladies wearing stylish three-piece suits in a garden. The lady on the right is wearing a power-blue wool marocain suit with insertions of silk paisley

Burberry carapace air suit, WW1
Advertisement for the Carapace air-suit from Burberrys of Haymarket, sheath armour for knights of the air, - ventilated, reinforced, lined and covered in densely woven gabardine. Date: 1918

Woman in elegant motoring costume
A woman in an elegant motoring costume, made of drab gabardine. The jacket has a volant waist and a high up and down collar. Date: 1914

Hawks engraving 1892
Die VAogel - Dr. Alfred Brehm, Leipzig und Wien 1892

Apres ski fashion 1953
Suggested outfits for apres ski socialising. On the left is a grey and yellow checked wool taffeta blouse by Jaeger worn with their huge, button-through circular felt skirt

Ladies day suit, 1926
A suit featuring a long jacket made of Gabardine and Crepe de Chine. The outfit was accessorised with matching corsage and handkerchief and a sliver fox stole

Raincoat / Burton 1938
Loose fitting, rain-proof, raglan raincoat in waterproof gabardine with diagonal side pockets, storm collar & fly front fastening

Belted Coat / Burton 1938
A 3/4 length Four-in-one belted, double-breasted coat in waterproof gabardine with various linings, some detachable, designed specially for motorists & outdoor wear

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"Gabardine: A Timeless Fabric for Fashionable Adventures" In this captivating studio fashion portrait, the stunning actress Sunday Wilshin (1906-1991) effortlessly embodies elegance and style. As she prepares to grace the silver screen in a new film at Ealing, Miss Wilshin showcases her impeccable taste by donning a winter sports suit made of blue proofed gabardine from Burberry. Burberry, renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship, presents this advert as a testament to the enduring allure of gabardine. The fabric's versatility is further highlighted in Pierre Cardin's white wool gabardine suit created by Fournier - an embodiment of Parisian chic that exudes sophistication. Meanwhile, a woman joyfully skips in a white nainsook ruffled dress, radiating youthful charm and femininity. Two fashionable ladies confidently sport three-piece suits designed by H J Nicholl - epitomizing timeless elegance with a modern twist. The historical significance becomes apparent through its association with Burberry's carapace air suit during World War I. This innovative garment provided protection and comfort to aviators amidst turbulent skies. Gabardine transcends time and occasions; it finds its place even within elegant motoring costumes and complements them perfectly. Edward Mann's white gangster hat adds an element of intrigue and glamour to any ensemble. Dating back to 1892, Hawks engraving immortalizes the enduring appeal throughout generations. Fast forward to 1953 when après-ski fashion embraces this remarkable fabric with open arms - blending functionality with high-end style on snowy slopes. Transporting us back in time once again, we witness the sophistication of ladies' day suits from 1926 that effortlessly combine gracefulness with contemporary flair. And who can forget Burton's raincoat from 1938? A true testament to how gabardine has stood strong against the elements, providing both practicality and elegance.