historicalfashion
A blog posting historical fashion garments, portraits, or drawings from the Middle Ages to the 1950s, and some special exceptions for later dates. This includes photographs, explanation of the garment, and historical details. Long live the past!
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You can follow my personal tumblr here.
Find your favorite eras by navigating the tags here!
Ask me anything and tell me what you'd like to see!
Ensemble
- Date: 1887–91
- Culture: American
- Medium: silk, beads, metal
Hat (American), Met Museum, 1893-95

A court jester fancy dress costume made by Madame Elise circa 1890.
Worth Wedding Gown, Glenbow Museum, 1892
Though it’s out of order with the rest of the dresses, I had to post this Worth gown that vintagevision recommended. Isn’t it absolutely striking? I know from experience how difficult it is to manipulate and elegantly display silk satin, so I’m in awe of the expertise and beauty of this garment. C’est magnifique!

