Ladies' Edwardian fashion was greatly influenced by the designer Paul Poiret, known as the creator of modern clothing shapes and designs. She worked with the young designers, Paul Babb and Pamela Proctor to ensure they designed clothes she would happily wear herself, such as this brightly patterned mini-dress. They were cheap and disposable, and the simple 2-D shape was ideal for the bold graphic prints that were so fashionable. Often the dresses had low scooping backs. The V&A holds over 40 similar designs from Willetts & Sons. However, couture influenced the silhouette and style of more affordable fashions, and dressmakers everywhere followed its lead. The smoking jacket was often worn in place of the dinner jacket for an informal evening at home. Fashion For Women Over 50: How to Look Your Best. It has two long sleeves, two vertical pockets on the front and fastens with four buttons. In 1956 the Austin Reed catalogue announced an updated version of the smoking jacket, named the television jacket. This suit was worn by the husband of the donor. It is Board of Trade pattern no. Christening gownDesigner unknown1910s, EnglandLinen, trimmed with embroidery, lace and ribbonMuseum no. During the late 1960s there was a craze for wearing second-hand uniforms, usually Brigade of Guards red jackets and various greatcoats. Kay, Ossie Clark's sister, wore it as a mini-dress when Clark married Celia Birtwell in 1968. The word 'Utility' was applied to garments made from Utility cloth, which was defined in terms of minimum weight and fibre content per yard. Older or more conservative women still tended to dress in skirts below the knee with tailored jackets, coats or cardigans. The draped fabric knot is inspired by 19th-century dress, and is typical of Dior's historicism. It reveals Balenciaga’s debt to his training in tailoring in Spain and his capacity for choosing fabrics fit for purpose. 55. The miniskirt is one of them. Photograph, fashion studyBaron de Meyer (1868-1946)1920Museum no. In 1862 Henry Mayhew's London Labour and the London Poor reported that 'the bodies of beaver hats are made of a firm felt wrought up of fine wool, rabbit's hair etc. Smart yet practical, this shirtwaister - a kind of tailored shirt-dress - was the only black garment in the designer Utility collection. It is labelled 'Hand made expressly in Belgium for Lilley & Skinner Ltd., London', and painted with a pattern of multi-coloured sprigs. This example was drawn by a commercial artist at the little-known Roseland Studio in the 1920s. As a result of the war there were severe fabric shortages, which lasted until the end of the decade. The House of Heim was founded in 1898 to serve an aristocratic clientele. T.193&A-1970Given by Lord and Lady Cowdray. Photograph; portrait of David Lindsay, Earl of Crawford and BalcarresFrederick Hollyer (1837-1933)1900EnglandPlatinum printMuseum no. The 1930s silhouette is therefore slinky and close-fitting and the line was simple and uncluttered, with few trimmings or accessories. Teenagers began to appear as a separate group during the 1950s. Mrs Roy Hudson was a friend of Miss Whistler, Worth's head vendeuse (personal saleswoman). The dress is typical of the mid to late 1940s, when full skirts and padded or paniered hips were very fashionable. This style was fashionable into the early 1950s, but the hairstyle marks it out as a particularly 1940s model. Here the hair is shown piled high, in curls, on top of the head. In the 1950s hair was worn in chignons towards the back of the head or at the nape of the neck, or cropped short in a gamine style. The company built its reputation from selling ready-to-wear tailoring. Though details were still elaborate, fussy trimmings and unnatural lines were gradually being abandoned.This trend of simplicity was enormously intensified and sped up by the The … Her hair is cut quite short and set with curls around the face. In his book 'The Little Dictionary of Fashion' (1954) Christian Dior (1905-57) described cocktail dresses as 'elaborate and dressy afternoon frocks', preferably in black taffeta, satin, chiffon and wool. Ball gownCharles Frederick Worth (1825-95)About 1900, ParisSilk velvet, trimmed with diamante; petticoat, sleeves and neck edgings are modern replacements inthe style of WorthMuseum no. This lead to the signature creation of sportswear, catering to a more relaxed, practical clothing style. In History. Working women wore simple dresses and sturdy buttoned boots or shoes. Though male fashions did not change as rapidly as women's, his waistcoat is fastened lower on the chest than was fashionable in the 1890s. This suit sums up the 1930s silhouette with its sleek lines, nipped-in waist, square shoulders, and straight, pleated skirt. The little black dress was a classic design. But, despite the best efforts of fashion designers to be inventive without wasting precious fabric, there was a very limited choice. The style was derived from military coats at a time when military tailoring had become fashionable. Some men wore their collars turned down, with rounded edges and modern knotted ties. However, couture influenced the silhouette and style of more affordable fashions and emulated aspects of it. Their lipstick is pale but their eyes are accentuated with thick, black kohl eyeliner. Hair was long and straight or worn in a shaped bob or wedge. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s he shot the latest fashions for magazines and newspapers, and he usually photographed affordable, high-street ranges that many teenagers would be able to buy. Famous 19th Century Fashion Designers. Illustration for 'The Lady' magazineMarcel Fromenti1950-4EnglandPen and ink on paperMuseum no. The Utility Scheme was introduced in 1941 to ensure that consumer goods were produced to the highest possible standards at 'reasonable' prices. The fashionable silhouette in the early 20th century was that of a confident woman, with full low chest and curvy hips. T.173-1964. T.215 to B-1960Given by the executors of Lady Beerbohm. Top Fashion Designers Of The Era Include: 1)Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel. T.116toB-1974Worn and given by Evangeline Bruce. T.271&A-1990Given by Mr. R. Hughes. Daywear consisted of skirts and jackets or day dresses in tweeds and woollens. Designers like Mary Quant and Biba label provided clothes that were aimed specifically at young people, of which the mini-skirt was the most distinctive introduction. It epitomises the glamour of 1930s fashion and captures the desirable, slinky look of the period. Some top hats had ventilation holes in the crown. T.23 & 105-1960Worn by Miss Heather Firbank. It has no more than two pockets, five buttons, six seams, 160 inches of stitching and no superfluous decoration. His dancing partner wears a dress typical of the decade - a long tunic-style top, belted at the waist over a relatively slim ankle-length skirt. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s he shot the latest fashions for magazines and newspapers, and he usually photographed affordable, high-street ranges that many teenagers would be able to buy. Before 1900: Couture beginnings. The Norfolk jacket was often made of Harris tweed and homespuns. Chanel started in fashion after failing to find work as a singer. They are identifiable by a 'CC41' stamp, which is an abbreviation of the 'Civilian Clothing Act of 1941'. He had previously trained alongside Christian Dior at the couture house of Lucien Lelong. Discover the many treasures in the beautiful V&A galleries, find out where events are happening in the Museum or just check the location of the café, shops, lifts or toilets. The dress has a simple collar and spotted cravat. Couture influenced the silhouette and style of more affordable fashions, however, and fur was brought within the reach of many women as large fur collars or as stoles or wraps, which were all highly fashionable during the 1930s.Â, Suit (jacket and skirt)Edward Molyneux (1891-1974)1930sParisWool with silk blouseMuseum no. They were forerunners of the longer skirts that became generally accepted by 1929. T.21&A-1983. PhotographJohn French (1906-66)1960sLondonJohn French Archive, V&A ref. T.274-1974Given by the designer. The gibus or collapsible top hat came into fashion in the 1840s and was often worn with evening dress. T.465-1974Given by the Hon. It was frequently teamed up with matching knickerbockers and a soft cap such as a deerstalker. Henry Haley produced several cover designs for this popular publication in the 1920s. These women are also wearing the fashionable 'hobble' skirt - a long skirt that cinches at the lower leg and ankle. A stroll in a public park was a favourite pastime for the leisured classes, and women especially took it as an opportunity to display their wealth and taste. The prevalent 1930s style, pioneered by couturiere Madeleine Vionnet, was the bias cut. Dress and coatNorman Hartnell (1901-79)1958LondonSilk taffetaMuseum no. Here she composed a short-sleeved dress in matt black crepe. This report was accompanied by a sketch showing the wedding-gown, travelling costume and bridesmaids' dresses. With great energy and determination Sir Cecil Beaton (1904-1980) contacted designers and the well-dressed elite of Europe and America to create this lasting monument to the art of dress. A meticulously tailored but perfectly plain suit is transformed by carefully engineered details. This smoking jacket and matching trousers appear to have been made out of handkerchief silk as the pattern is not continuous. Changes in fashion did occur, but they affected details such as the width of the lapel or the cut of the trousers. Their attempts to preserve the traditional designs and craftsmanship of textiles, furniture, ceramics and architecture created the Arts and Crafts style. Dispo's paper dresses were actually made out of a bonded cellulose fibre and could be washed. It shows a glamorous young woman wearing a fur-trimmed coat in the latest style, together with a cloche hat and bobbed hair. Suit (jacket and skirt)Victor Stiebel (1907-76, designer), for the Utility Scheme1942LondonFlecked woolMuseum no. The block-printed design of the lining fabric first appeared in about 1912 and was constantly re-issued - most recently in the 1970s.  The cloche hat worn with it here is very typical of the 1920s. This style of delicate pale dress was immensely popular for wear at summer garden parties and fêtes. Day dressJean Dessès (1904-70)About 1953ParisWoollen tweed, bodice lined with crepe de Chine, and waist stay of grosgainMuseum no. It was made by Charles Frederick Worth (1825-1895), a celebrated Parisian couture dressmaker. Dress and shortsEmmanuel Ungaro (born 1933)About 1968Machine sewn gabardineMuseum no. 5. T.214&A-1973Given by Mrs Roy Hudson. Owram. E.479-2005Given by Paul Williamson. The dress has a simple collar and spotted cravat. ‘Cartes de visite’, the size of formal visiting cards, were patented in 1854 and produced in their millions during the 1860s when it became fashionable to collect them. In April 1966, the American news magazine 'Time' published a special edition celebrating ‘London: The Swinging City’. Utility clothes were usually identified by a distinctive double crescent CC41 (Civilian Clothing) label. Many men and women wore uniforms. Bing’s severe self-presentation of 1934 shows an independent, unadorned, determined professional. 04 August 1821, French. Feb 1, 1900. He launched 'Heim Jeunes Filles' in 1936 to follow younger tastes in fashion. Fashion: 150 Years Couturiers, Designers, Labels The War of the Worlds - Krieg der Welten Wir vom Jahrgang 1950 - Kindheit und Jugend (Jahrgangsbände): 70. Evening dressDesigner unknownAbout 1913Great Britain or FranceSilk chine and silk voile, brocaded with metallic threads, and trimmed with mauve satin, diamantes, imitation pearls and bobbin laceMuseum no. Clark was one of Britain's most influential fashion designers of the 1960s and 70s. Photography was a novel and exciting development in Victorian days. T.639:1 to 3-1996Worn and given by Mrs Elizabeth Payze. There are two sets of fine pleats on the front of the skirt, which flares out slightly towards the knees. It was usually single-breasted and was known as the 'cutaway', as the fronts sloped away elegantly to the broad skirts behind. The Board of Trade commissioned the design for this jacket, skirt and blouse from the Incorporated Society of London Fashion Designers. It consisted of a tail coat, a white waistcoat and trousers to match the coat. T.261-1988Given by Zika Ascher. Stockings were replaced by coloured tights for practicality. Underpants were made in linen, cotton and merino, but machine-knitted silk was fashionable with the wealthy and also for summer wear. Contact with mercury often had detrimental effects on the hatters and led to the phrase 'mad as a hatter'. The coat was cut as double-breasted but was always worn open. A daring purple satin lining belies the sober grey exterior. The 1930s silhouette is therefore slinky and close-fitting and the line was simple and uncluttered. The owner of this lounge suit was Sir Max Beerbohm (1872-1956), the English essayist, caricaturist and master of a polished prose style. Evening ensembleNabobAbout 1927LondonSilk georgette, the belt embroidered with metal threadMuseum no. The dress fastens with a zip down the back . It named Biba as ‘the most in shop for gear’. The short, semi-circular cape has a scarlet satin lining. See more ideas about edwardian fashion, historical fashion, fashion history. God, I thought, we'll go bust - we'll never be able to sell them. Learn the history of the authentic Edwardian fashion look. The jacket also appears in illustrations for the dress of young boys from 1859 onwards, VestDesigner unknown1880-1900Great BritainMachine-knitted silk, with silk placket and pearl buttons, hand- and machine-sewnMuseum no. T.297-1974Given by Princess Slanislaus Radziwill. The dress was donated as unsold stock from a smart boutique called 'Merlyn', in London's East End, reputedly patronised by gangsters and their girlfriends. Barbara Hulanicki, the designer, recollected in her autobiography, A to Biba: 'The skirts were only 10 inches long. Christian Dior (1905-57) launched his couture house on 12 February 1947 and became an overnight sensation. This personal input and strong branding enabled the label to run successfully for three years. The "health corset" of this period removed pressure from the abdomen and created an S-curve silhouette. DressJeanne Lanvin (1867-1946)1922-3ParisBlack silk taffeta trimmed with machine-embroidered silk chenille and cream silk georgette bows and bandsMuseum no. Evening dressMariano Fortuny (1871-1949)About 1920VenicePleated satinMuseum no. Vests were made in linen, cotton and merino, but machine-knitted silk was fashionable with the wealthy and also for summer wear. His suits were highly regarded and commanded high prices. Fox fur stoles and collars were popular, as were small hats embellished with decorative feather or floral details, worn at an angle. His clothing designs were inspired by art, including classicism, Orientalism, and Art Nouveau. Their subjects included scenic views, tourist attractions and works of art, as well as portraits. (think hourglass). These standards complied with restrictions and rationing of raw materials. S.137:417-2007. Photograph of Lita RozaHarry Hammond (1920-2009)1950sGreat BritainHarry Hammond Collection. This dress appeared in the Summer 1969 mail order catalogue. His brilliantly coloured, looser clothes, often inspired by the 'orientalist' enthusiasm for Eastern fashions and traditions, were extremely popular. In 1966 the Draper's Record announced that Ossie Clark had launched Britain's first range of throwaway dresses. Diaphanous silks were usually worn with matching petticoats, or laid over the foundation of the dress. The Duke gave this suit to Sir Cecil Beaton, who was then collecting fashionable dress for his 1971 exhibition, 'Fashion: An Anthology'. Paper dressOssie Clark (designer, 1942-96), and Celia Birtwell (textile designer, born 1941), for Ascher Ltd1966LondonPrinted paperMuseum no. Using the best London and New York tailors, he continued to be adventurous in his love of bright colour, strong texture and bold pattern. They were resurrected in 1936, but closed again in 1940. In 1914 he opened a small dressmaking business, Maison Parry, in Paris and sold his entire opening collection to an American buyer. It may have been designed by Victor Stiebel. Hats were often lavishly trimmed, and with its mass of purple cotton artificial flowers, this is no exception. Bias cutting (where fabric is cut diagonally to the grain of the fabric), created garments that skimmed over the body's curves. . PrintGeorges Lepape (1887-1971; engraver), Gazette du Bon Ton (publisher)1920FranceColour process engraving and colour stencilMuseum no. The 1930s silhouette is therefore slinky and close-fitting. Older men sported beards, but younger men wore moustaches or went clean-shaven. This dress was worn by Princess Alexandra of Denmark (the future Queen Alexandra), who was considered to dress with exemplary taste. Cocktail dressMme. Designers are the celebrities of the fashion industry. The morning coat originated in the single-breasted tailcoat worn in the early 19th century. She wears light eye make-up and bright red lipstick. She wears casual, youthful dress, inspired by teenage and rock and roll fashions. Coco Chanel was a fashion designer known for such now-classic innovations as the woman’s suit, the quilted purse, costume jewelry, and the “little black dress.” She also introduced the phenomenally successful perfume Chanel No. Women could wear them for work during the day and then, with a change of accessories, wear them out in the evening. The high-waisted black cashmere kimono-like gown is trimmed with striking notes of purple and a wide draped purple sash of silk crepe. For the first time it was not obligatory to wear a tie. Ossie Clark was one of Britain's most influential fashion designers of the 1960s and 1970s. T.171-1964Given by Mrs M. Massey-Stewart. The matching shorts are worn under the dress and are not visible. He closed his fashion houses in 1932. The Teddy Boys, who wore pointed shoes, tight trousers and long jackets with velvet trim, were also a significant teenage group. T.333-1982Given by Mrs J. G. M. Stewart and Mrs I. O'Reilly. The repetition of curved lines in flapped pockets, cuffs, collar and lapels, along with unusual covered buttons, show a dapper and stylish attention to detail. The men have exaggerated side partings and side-burns, whilst the woman has a heavy, straight fringe. Accessories 1900-1910 1910-1920 During this era women started to get 'bob' haircuts. These designs, such as the wrap dress and pants suit, were made popular by designers who have become icons in the fashion industry for creating influential works of art that left a major imprint on the fashion history of the 20th century and beyond. Holiday dresses such as this were even shorter than the standard Biba dress length. Mary Quant was world-famous for championing the mini-skirt, and in the 1960s her name became associated with the predominantly black Chelsea look, with its beatnik overtones. This versatile double-breasted coat made of a heavy wool would have been ideal for outdoor wear. Japanese fashion designers continued to push fashion barriers exploring gender-bending, sculptural, avant-garde silhouettes. These standards complied with restrictions and rationing of raw materials. This did not become a widespread fashion as by this date few men felt the need to wear a special garment for watching television or smoking. Mendes, V: Fashion Since 1900 (World of Art) Wien 1900 - Kunst Design Architektur Mode Mode 1900 - Der Favorit unserer Redaktion Was vermitteln die Nutzerbewertungen im Internet? This was also known as the riding coat, or 'Newmarket'. T.214-1976Worn by Mrs Ralph Dent and given by Mrs M. Webster. This particular example was worn by Sir Roy Strong, a former Director of the Museum. 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