Garment Collection (page 8)

Two young women reading and staying warm, Japan
Two young women reading and staying warm under blankets around a stove beneath a kotatsu table, Japan. Vintage 19th century photograph

Geisha arranging flowers, Japan. Vintage 19th century photograph

Young Japanese woman in winter costume with umbrella. Vintage 19th century photograph

Japanese geisha in an ornate kimono writing a letter. Vintage 19th century photograph

Japanese woman in an ornate kimono. Vintage 19th century photograph

Bloomers - latest in fashion 1909
Suzanne Bergere walking around Paris, quite radical clothing for the late Edwardian era, a pair of nickerbockers

Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a woman sewing a garment. Death and the Seamstress. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Joshua Gleadah after an illustration by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen

Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a young man at a desk
Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a young man writing with a quill pen at a desk with several books. Death and the Student

Ebury waterproof shooting and fishing garment
1931 advert for the Ebury Ideal Waterproof Shooting and Fishing Garment, consisting of cape and overalls, and a waterproof bag for carrying the outfit

Woman pressing a seam under a damp cloth
Woman using a hot iron to press a seam under a damp cloth. Date: circa 1940

Model wearing skiing coat 1928
Model wearing a practical skiing coat, from Burberry, Date: 1928

Knitted womens cardigans 1940
Page from a magazine showing two models wearing knitted cardigans. With the onset of World War Two and the introduction of rationing, many chose to knit their own clothes as a cheaper alternative

Knitted swim wear 1940
Page from a magazine showing a model wearing a knitted bikini. Date: 1940

Advert for International Fur Store, stole & muff 1913
Model wearing fashionable fur garments available from International Fur Store. Date: 1913

Latest summer fashion from Paris, dress or undress? Decollete and slit up, but not clinging. Date: 1913

Submarine divers 1869
Divers wearing diving armour with flexible arms and helmet with eye-plates of strong glass, with a fresh supply of oxygen been pumped in through a long hose to allow the operator to say under

Page of fashion adverts - February 1930
Page of three fashion adverts for womens clothing, for winter, from The Tatler, February 1930. Marshall & Snelgrove, new seasons hats, Walpoles, tailored blouse and Debenham & Freebody

Advert for International Fur Store 1886
Fashionable sketches for the winter season for International Fur Store. Date: 1886

Advert for International Fur Store 1909
Model in two photographs from the back and side view, wearing natural cross fox stole with muff to match. Date: 1909

Protective wear 1886
Humorous illustration for gentlemens protective clothing from the onslaught of mud from the busy traffic. 1886

Advert for Peter Robinson, Eton suits 1897
Ready to wear, with black or grey trousers to fit young gentlemen of eight to fifteen years. Date: 1897

Advert for Peter Robinson womens beaded garments 1922 Advert for Peter Robinson
Everything for everybodys wear. Elegant women wearing, beaded Georgette tunic, beaded coatee in crepe-de-chine or Georgette for day or evening wear

Advert for Peter Robinson gowns 1924
Two women wearing gowns of georgette. Date: 1924

Advert for International Fur Store 1897
Christmas and New Year gifts for Gentlemen and women at International Fur Store, Regent Street. Date: 1897

Page of fashion adverts - April 1924
Page of four fashion adverts for womens clothing and hair restorer, Dickins & Jones, three-piece gown in Romain coat, Caradium, hair dye, restoring grey hair to its original colour

Advert for Debenham & Freebody little girls coats 1924
Exclusive designs of little girls Spring coats, available from the childrens outfitting department at Debenham & Freebody, Wigmore Street. Date: 1924

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove brassiere 1937
Woman modelling the new Gothic, with its fashionable bust-line. 1937

Advert for Peter Robinson gentlemens evening wear 1895
Perfectly cut and tailored, at moderate cost. Date: 1895

Advert for Peter Robinson womens coats 1927
Two women wearing winter coats with fur trim. Date: 1927

Advert for Aertex mens underwear 1911
Aertex Cellular clothing for men, for all seasons. Date: 1911

Page of fashion adverts - October 1927
Page of four fashion adverts for womens clothing, for Autumn, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, October 1927

Advert for Shoolbred & Co. womens fashion 1905
Two Edwardian women wearing, left; a very pretty and simple Paris-made Voile dress in cream and all shades trimmed in empire lace and lined fined batiste

Womens evening wrap 1905
Woman wearing an elegant evening wrap, in pendent of green and blue enamel, set discreetly with blister pearls, available in Marshall & Snelgrove. Date: 1905

Yachting costume 1897
Woman wearing a yachting outfit with gigot sleeved jacket, ruffle shirt and petit boaters hat. Date: 1897

New opera cloak 1897
Womans opera cloak. Date: 1897

Advert for John Noble womens clothing 1898
Advertising half-guine costumes, available to be parcel posted free to all parts of the World. Date: 1898

Advert for Kendal, Milne and Co. tailor-mades 1897
Ladies tailor-made garments and girls knockabout frock Date: 1897

Page of womens Autumn fashion 1925
Page of four fashion adverts for womens clothing, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, October 1925. Harvey Nichols, stockinette jumper suits in wool, Marshall & Snelgrove, fur coat

Advert for International Fur Store 1925
Woman wearing a silver fox fur stole. Date: 1925

Advert for International Fur Store 1893
Fur overcoats for men and women. Date: 1893

Advert for Peter Robinsons young gentlemens coats 1893
Advertisement for age eight and above overcoats 1893

Advert for International Fur Store 1923
Exclusive furs of exceptional quality. Date: 1923

Advert for International Fur Store 1903
Gentleman wearing fur-lined winter coat. Date: 1903

Boys Suit, c. 1936. Creator: Nancy Crimi
Boys Suit, c. 1936

Young Girl Reading (Jeune Fille Lisant), c. 1894. Creator: Mary Cassatt
Young Girl Reading (Jeune Fille Lisant), c. 1894

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Sara in a Green Bonnet, ca. 1901. Creator: Mary Cassatt
Sara in a Green Bonnet, ca. 1901

Young Edwardian lady wearing a fashionable frock, with white cloth adorned with hairpin work and trimmed with raw edged flounces. Date: 1904

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"From Little Miss Natty Fingers to Fashionable Women: A Journey Through Garments" Step into the world of garments as we explore a captivating collection of fashion moments throughout history. In Muriel Dawson's enchanting illustration, "Little Miss Natty Fingers, " we witness the delicate artistry involved in creating beautiful garments. The attention to detail is evident, just like in the English Rose dream corselette advert from 1952, where elegance and comfort intertwine seamlessly. Traveling further back in time, we encounter Senora De Guadalupe draped in traditional attire that reflects her rich cultural heritage. Similarly, women's clothing for May 1913 showcases the evolving trends and styles that captivated ladies during this era. The year 1913 was undoubtedly a pinnacle moment for fashion as fashionable women proudly showcased their new creations with confidence and grace. Meanwhile, an African woman pounding grain reminds us of how they can also serve practical purposes while still embracing tradition. Even those who protect and serve have their own unique garment stories to tell. In April 1939, a policeman's uniform symbolized authority and respect within society. But it's not only about women; men too have left their mark on the garment industry. Picture a man sitting amidst bales of hay wearing long underwear – an unexpected yet intriguing sight that adds character to his surroundings. Royalty has always been associated with exquisite garments, such as Queen Anne of Cleves' regal attire which exuded power and grandeur during her reign. Peter Robinson's gentlemen's clothing advertisement from 1895 takes us back even further when style was synonymous with sophistication and refinement among men. However, not all depictions were serious; Victorian satirical cartoons often poked fun at societal norms through exaggerated characters like "The Modern Damsel. " These illustrations remind us that fashion has always had its playful side too.