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Outfit Collection (page 3)

"From English suffragettes to traditional Cambodian dancers, outfits have always been a powerful expression of identity and culture

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Marchioness of Cambridge in colour

The Marchioness of Cambridge in colour
Dorothy Isabel Westenra Cambridge (n饠 Hastings), Marchioness of Cambridge (1899-1988), Wife of 2nd Marquess of Cambridge; daughter of Osmond W.T.W. Hastings. 1931

Background imageOutfit Collection: French riding habit 1886

French riding habit 1886
Black or navy cloth, the bodies fastens at the sides at the sides and opens below the waist to show a white waistcoat. 1886

Background imageOutfit Collection: Advert for Burberry Skiing outfits 1923

Advert for Burberry Skiing outfits 1923
Man and woman model wearing Burberry winter sports garments, warm without weight and proof without heat penetration by snow, wind or wet. Date: 1923

Background imageOutfit Collection: Advert for Dickins & Jones womens winter sports wear 1928

Advert for Dickins & Jones womens winter sports wear 1928
Dickins & Jones, winter sports department, helping you choose the correct outfits for the season. 1928

Background imageOutfit Collection: Wallis suit with Biba accessories, 1966

Wallis suit with Biba accessories, 1966
Military influence in this navy suit, about 11 guineas at Wallis. Jazzed up with a yellow and plum striped tie and matching bag from Biba. Gold hoop earrings by Jewelcraft, gloves by Morley. 1966

Background imageOutfit Collection: Original Fashion Illustration by Dora Sprinzel

Original Fashion Illustration by Dora Sprinzel Date: late 1930s

Background imageOutfit Collection: Skiing outfits by Burberry 1922

Skiing outfits by Burberry 1922
Skiing outfits for women and men by Burberry. 1922

Background imageOutfit Collection: Welsh Women in Traditional Costume by Cross at St Davids

Welsh Women in Traditional Costume by Cross at St Davids
Welsh Women in Traditional Costume by The Old Cross at St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Wales Date: circa 1910s

Background imageOutfit Collection: Pucci outfit, 1965

Pucci outfit, 1965
Cotton velvet apres-ski jacket in a characteristic print of Florentine colour, partnered this season by second skin silk jersey tights, printed to match and ending in little trompe l oeil boots

Background imageOutfit Collection: Advertising flyer for the Dolly Sisters in Sitting Pretty

Advertising flyer for the Dolly Sisters in Sitting Pretty

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Dolly Sisters, London

The Dolly Sisters, London
The Dolly Sisters in their bridal attire by Paul Poiret from League of Notions, New Oxford Theatre, London, 1921 1921

Background imageOutfit Collection: A Perfect Picture by Muriel Dawson

A Perfect Picture by Muriel Dawson
A small toddler looks in dismay at a large blotch of paint on the front of his outfit

Background imageOutfit Collection: Croatia - Traditional National Costume (5 / 8)

Croatia - Traditional National Costume (5 / 8)
Croatia - Traditional National Costume (5/8) - Full-face view of a young man with hand on hip in decorated jerkin and cape with blue embroidered trousers

Background imageOutfit Collection: Boy Drummer of The South Wales Borderers

Boy Drummer of The South Wales Borderers (circa 1909) in Full Dress. Pictured with drum plus bugle (all drummers were buglers). Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageOutfit Collection: Drummer (Flute / Fife) Player - The Green Howards

Drummer (Flute / Fife) Player - The Green Howards (Alexandra Princess of Waless Own Regiment of Yorkshire) in Full Dress. Wearing a Nol Dress Cap. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageOutfit Collection: Girl in a Pierrot Costume

Girl in a Pierrot Costume in this stylised circular painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageOutfit Collection: Britannia and Eve front cover, April 1954

Britannia and Eve front cover, April 1954
An elegant woman in a full-skirted dress with a nipped in waist typical of 1950s fashion, poses with hat and gloves finishing off her ensemble

Background imageOutfit Collection: Sudan - Shullucks of the Upper Nile

Sudan - Shullucks of the Upper Nile

Background imageOutfit Collection: Turkish Dancers - Salonica

Turkish Dancers - Salonica
A fun postcard depicting three Turkish Dancers watched by a small group of young children, including a young African boy wearing a Fez

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Dolly Sisters, Paris, 1924

The Dolly Sisters, Paris, 1924
Photograph showing The Dolly Sisters clad in an feathered outfit at the Palace Theatre, Paris, 1924. Janzieska and Roszieska Deutsch, known simply as Jenny and Rosie Dolly

Background imageOutfit Collection: Wurlitzer Tenor Banjo

Wurlitzer Tenor Banjo
Tenor banjo outfit from the Wurlitzer range

Background imageOutfit Collection: Cycling Outfit of 1890S

Cycling Outfit of 1890S
A young woman wearing the daring new rational cycling outfit akin to bloomers

Background imageOutfit Collection: Native American Powwow, Taos, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Native American Powwow, Taos, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageOutfit Collection: Woman carrying fruit and vegetables

Woman carrying fruit and vegetables, Hoi An, central Vietnam, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageOutfit Collection: Illuminated festival float made of paper

Illuminated festival float made of paper, Kyoto, Japan

Background imageOutfit Collection: Masked faces and costumes at the Venice Carnival

Masked faces and costumes at the Venice Carnival, with gondolas on waterfront and San Giorgio Maggiore behind, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Background imageOutfit Collection: Venice Carnival

Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Background imageOutfit Collection: Dancer, Tropicana Cabaret, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Dancer, Tropicana Cabaret, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageOutfit Collection: People wearing traditional dress during Corpus Christi celebration, La Orotava

People wearing traditional dress during Corpus Christi celebration, La Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Background imageOutfit Collection: Carnaby Street Girl

Carnaby Street Girl
CARNABY STREET A typical Sixties girl in a white mini-skirted outfit and sunglasses, strolling past the " Aristos" shop on a sunny day

Background imageOutfit Collection: A knight who guarded The Holy Sepulchre

A knight who guarded The Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem after the city was captured during the Crusades. 12th century

Background imageOutfit Collection: Young women in fancy dress costumes

Young women in fancy dress costumes
A group of young women dressed in fancy dress costumes preserve the moment for posterity with a photograph in studio. Three are dressed in variations on clown outfits

Background imageOutfit Collection: Delineator February 1929

Delineator February 1929
Art Deco style front cover of the Delineator magazine, featuring a stylish woman in a flamboyant orange outfit. Date: 1929

Background imageOutfit Collection: Fancy dress

Fancy dress
Cover of Leach Fancy Dress catalogue. Date: 1928-9

Background imageOutfit Collection: Check Burberry suit, 1916

Check Burberry suit, 1916
A dashing black and white check Burberry suit with a full skirt, a coat smart and practical for sport and country wear worn with a matching close-fitting hat. Date: 1916

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Lobster Quadrille Postcard by Charles Folkard. ca. 1921, The Lobster Quadrille Postcard by

The Lobster Quadrille Postcard by Charles Folkard. ca. 1921, The Lobster Quadrille Postcard by Charles Folkard

Background imageOutfit Collection: Advert for Burberry weatherproof coats 1927

Advert for Burberry weatherproof coats 1927
Shelter under the Burberry. The worlds best weatherproof and one of the worlds best overcoats. It keeps its wearer perfectly dry in downpour or drizzle - conserves healthful warmth. Date: 1927

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Belle of the Ball

The Belle of the Ball - a young girl in a fantastic fancy dress frock dancing at the carnival. A Christmas postcard Date: circa 1910s

Background imageOutfit Collection: Exotic dancer / performer - Italy

Exotic dancer / performer - Italy, wearing an extraordinary silk dress with beaded bustier. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Dolly Sisters resting, Paris

The Dolly Sisters resting, Paris
The Dolly Sisters with Maurice Chevalier and Yvonne Valle, resting during a perfomance of Paris en Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Dolly Sisters in Paris-New York

The Dolly Sisters in Paris-New York
The Dolly Sisters in a scene from Paris-New York, Paris, 1927 1927

Background imageOutfit Collection: Dolly Sisters wearing their Ciro pearl costumes

Dolly Sisters wearing their Ciro pearl costumes
The Dolly Sisters wearing their Ciro pearl in League of Notions, London, 1921 1921

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Dolly Sisters in Oh Look

The Dolly Sisters in Oh Look
Sheet music for My Isle of Golden Dreams featuring the Dolly Sisters in Oh Look!, USA, 1918 1918

Background imageOutfit Collection: The Dolly Sisters in the Merry Countess

The Dolly Sisters in the Merry Countess
Sheet music for Tango Dance from The Merry Countess, featuring the Dolly Sisters and Martin Brown, USA, 1912 1912

Background imageOutfit Collection: A couple of Peasants from Baden, Germany

A couple of Peasants from Baden, Germany. A book of national types and costumes from the early 19th century

Background imageOutfit Collection: Advert for Peter Robinsons clothing for teenage girls 1909

Advert for Peter Robinsons clothing for teenage girls 1909
Young ladies fashionable winter clothing available from Peter Robinson s, Oxfrod Street. 1909

Background imageOutfit Collection: Ascot hat from Debenham and Freebody, 1934

Ascot hat from Debenham and Freebody, 1934
A stunning hat of organdie in an elusive shade of brown ; the brim reinforced in an open lattice insertion in which golden threads mingle with the organdie. Perfect for Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Background imageOutfit Collection: Printed matching shorts and shirt outfit, 1956

Printed matching shorts and shirt outfit, 1956
Gaily patterned Italian shorts and shirt in a multi-coloured cotton from Finnigans. Date: 1956



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"From English suffragettes to traditional Cambodian dancers, outfits have always been a powerful expression of identity and culture. In 1908, the fearless English suffragettes donned their outfits as they fought for women's rights, while a feminist newspaper spread their message far and wide. The Rifleman of the 95th Regiment of Foot showcased his impeccable uniform, embodying strength and honor. In the glamorous world of Hollywood, Jane Russell dazzled audiences in her stunning outfit in 'The French Line. ' Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean, The Dolly Sisters captivated New York with their stylish ensembles that exuded elegance and charm. Traveling back in time to 1926, an advertisement for Burberry winter sports wear captured the spirit of adventure on snowy slopes. On a different note, the Black Dyke Mills Band mesmerized audiences with their musical talent while dressed impeccably in matching uniforms. Delving into Japanese culture, three Geisha girls engaged in a strategic game of Go while adorned in exquisite kimonos. Closer to home in Thornton Heath, London's Pearly King and Queen proudly displayed their unique attire decorated with mother-of-pearl buttons. However diverse these outfits may be throughout history, we must acknowledge that some representations were misguided or offensive. The black and white minstrels' costumes perpetuated harmful stereotypes instead of celebrating cultural diversity. On a more positive note again was Lady Delamere who radiated regal grace wearing her Coronation outfit. And finally yet importantly at Angkor Wat's UNESCO World Heritage Site stood a Traditional Cambodian apsara dancer whose intricate costume mirrored the temple's grandeur. "