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Young lady in dress by Paul Poiret
Young lady in a two-tone green dress by Paul Poiret, with autumn leaves falling from a tree. 1924

Three women in dinner frocks by Lucien Lelong
1930s Women wearing Dinner frocks with short sleeves. An illustration of three women in dinner frocks by Lucien Lelong (French couturier who was prominent from the 1920s to the 1940s). Date: 1932

Three young ladies in dresses by Beer
Three young ladies wearing dresses by Beer. On the left, a sleeveless black dress with white large pebble print, sash around hips and red bow

Young lady in white jersey outfit by Molyneux
Young lady on the golf course at Cagnes, France, wearing a three-piece white jersey outfit with 3/4 length jacket, beaver brown trim on sleeves, hem and collar, by Molyneux. 1924

Young lady in grey suit by Jean Patou
Young lady wearing a v-necked collar suit in grey with long buttoned sleeves and waistcoat pockets, complemented by a red brimmed hat, by Jean Patou. 1924

Young lady in plain brown dress by Jean Patou
Young lady wearing a plain brown v-necked crepe dress with flared sleeves, by Jean Patou. 1924

Three sports outfits by Jean Patou and Bernard
Three young ladies wearing sports outfits. On the left, a striped short sleeved dress and parasol, by Jean Patou. In the middle, a three-piece white suit with high collar and ribbon bow

Prince of the Carnival - Cologne, Germany
Prince of the Carnival - The Rhine Wine Feast held in Cologne, Germany - February 1939. Date: 1939

Kandyan Chiefs - Sri Lanka Date: circa 1910s

Summer holiday fashions from Simpson of Piccadilly, 1953
Advertisement for mens beachwear from Simpson of Piccadilly, showing four men wearing outfits that range from the faintly ridiculous to the outrageously camp. Date: 1953

Chevron Stripe Jumper
Jumper & scarf set in a chevron design, possibly machine-knitted, with short, puff sleeves fitting tightly above the elbow. Worn here with a white skirt. Date: 1934

Grignan / Francoise M
FRANCOISE MARGUERITE COMTESSE DE GRIGNAN Daughter of Mme de Sevigne. Date: 1646 - 1705

Costume / Italian Students
Two Italian students from Padova wearing breeches known as Venetians with matching doublets, small ruffs & tall crowned hats. N.B fur-lined gown with hanging sleeves. Date: 1583

Promenade Dress 1840
Public promenade dress: green & black robe with skirt en tablier & bishop sleeves with reverse points at the cuff. Accessories: collar fastened with a brooch. Date: 1840

Paris Factory Girls 1894
Paris factory women during their lunch break Date: 1895

Dress & Blouse C. 1905
A young woman in a blouse with a yoke, a high all-round collar, gathered sleeves which are tight from the elbow to the wrist & an ankle length pleated skirt. Date: circa 1905

Paisley Costume 1888
Brown wool costume with embroidered paisley border: under-skirt & wrap over tunic & bodice which buttons on one side, 3/4 length slightly puffed sleeves. Date: 1888

20S Fashion / Jean Lanvin
Mlle Jane Renouard in a Jean Lanvin dress: bateau or boat neckline, sleeves with bell shaped tapered cuffs, godet style drapery, sequined sash, a cloche hat & court shoes. Date: late 1920s

Brown Open Bodice 1899
Open bodice with revers that extend beyond the waistline, tight sleeves pleated at the shoulder, gored tunic open to reveal an embroidered under- skirt & pouched blouse. Date: 1899

French Costumes 1475
Two elegant nobles - he with slashed sleeves, long plumed cap, and a dagger at his crutch, she in gown with ornate under skirt Date: circa 1475

Fur Trimmed Frock 1923
Low-waisted dress with a gathered skirt trimmed with rows of fur, a high stand fall fur collar, tight full length under-sleeves & fur trimmed bell sleeve. Date: 1923

Paisley Matador Pants
Blonde model wears paisley print matador pants with a broad leather belt, ballet pumps & white shirt with the sleeves rolled up & and the collar upturned. Date: 1950s

Promenade Dress 1899
Open jacket bodice, irregular shaped revers, high necked blouse, gored skirt trimmed with concentric narrow bands, puff at top of sleeves, profusely ornamented straw hat Date: 1899

WOMENs SUITS FOR 1948
Costumes or suits with narrow, straight skirts & various styles of double-breasted jacket, some with hip pockets. Hats are worn on the side of the head

Womens Costume Mid C17
Mourning Dress with a pointed bodice & a cloak-like garment with hood; a bodice with tabs, large slashed sleeves, lace falling collar, hitched up over-skirt & floral petticoat Date: mid 17th century

Floral top and jacket 1918
Matching large floral design top and jacket, with loose sleeves and trim neck and arms. Date: 1918

Dangerous fashions in the street
The dangers of impractical fashions in the street. The reintroduction of the trained skirt, even for walking dresses, proves inconvenient and possibly fatal! Date: 1871

Newly planted hedge, saplings protected with plastic sleeves, Beeston Castle, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, april

New Millenium woodland, young trees with plastic sleeves, planted on former meadowland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, november

Newly planted tree saplings protected with plastic sleeves, planted on riverbank habitat, River Hodder, Whitewell, Lancashire, England, january

Young trees protected with plastic sleeves, with Wild Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) flowering, Micklemere Nature Reserve, Pakenham, Suffolk, England, march

New Millenium woodland, saplings protected with plastic sleeves, planted on former meadowland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, october

New Millenium woodland, Guelder Rose (Viburnum opalus) and broadleaf tree saplings protected with plastic sleeves, planted on former meadowland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England

New woodland in snow, young trees protected with plastic sleeves, Bacton, Suffolk, England, november

Altar boys, Paris, France, Europe

Catholic priests, Paris, France, Europe

Young Victorian woman in outdoor clothes
A young Victorian woman in her outdoor clothes poses in the photographers studio. She is holding a rolled umbrella in one hand, and leaning on a stone balustrade

Two Victorian sisters and their brother in studio setting
Two Victorian sisters and their young brother pose in the photographers studio. They are all looking rather glum, or bored

David Wright woman looking at a fashion catalogue
Elegant woman with light brown hair, lying on a bed in a frilly white blouse. She is looking through the pages of a fashion catalogue

David Wright woman in cream coloured coat
Elegant woman with blonde hair, wearing a tight-waisted cream coloured coat. She is checking her lipstick in a hand-held mirror

New Women of Australia, pictured on a river bank dressed in bloomers, jackets with leg o mutton sleeves, neckties and bow-ties, and calf-length spats

A man and woman of Japan. A book of national types and costumes from the early 19th century

Lady of Lefkada, Greece, wearing traditional costume for the region

Music cover for The Keepsake, a Sequel to the Celebrated Song, The Cavalier, sung by Miss Poole. Words by W H Bellamy, music by Charles W Glover

Music cover for The Cavalier, a song sung by Miss Poole, with words by W H Bellamy, music by Charles W Glover. A very elaborately dressed Cavalier of the 17th century is depicted with a guitar under

Hand knitteds conserve coupons
Instructions on how to make a ribbed sweater with peep bo front, and a green jerkin with full pink sleeves and detachable dicky-collar

Czech Rural costume
Traditional Czech rural costume

Croatia - Dalmatian National Costumes - a couple form the coast

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"Sleeves: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the world of sleeves, where fashion meets history and art intertwines with culture. From the regal elegance of Elizabeth I to the fierce determination of suffragettes, they have played a significant role in shaping our perception of power, grace, and resilience. In George Gower's portrait of Elizabeth I, Queen of England and Ireland circa 1588, her majestic presence is enhanced by voluminous sleeves that symbolize her authority. These extravagant garments were not only fashionable but also served as a visual representation of her reign. Fast forward to a time when women fought for their rights on multiple fronts. The suffragette movement embraced unconventional methods like Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense. Imagine these brave women donning tailored suits with practical yet stylish sleeves that allowed them freedom while making a statement about their strength. Venturing outside the realm of royalty and activism, we find blacksmiths working tirelessly at their forge. Their muscular arms adorned with rolled-up sleeves speak volumes about hard work and dedication. These unsung heroes embody the essence of craftsmanship through sweat-soaked shirtsleeves. Frans Hals' iconic painting "The Laughing Cavalier" captures an enigmatic figure from two different eras - 1624 and 1943 or c1915 respectively. In both versions, his elaborate lace cuffs add flair to his flamboyant attire while reflecting changing fashion trends over time. Sleeves transcend gender boundaries as well; Vaslav Nijinsky effortlessly combines athleticism with grace in his tennis outfit featuring short-sleeved tops that allow him unrestricted movement on the court. This fusion between sports and style showcases how even functional clothing can be transformed into a fashion statement. Evening wear takes center stage in 1939 when glamorous gowns boasted intricate sleeve designs that added drama to every step taken on red carpets around the world.