19th Century Period Costumes

An up-close look at the defining features of exquisitely crafted nineteenth-century fashion in vivid detailFashion in Detail: 1800–1900 showcases the opulence and variety of nineteenth century fashion through exquisite color photography of garment details paired with line drawings showing the complete construction of each piece. From the delicate embroidery on neoclassical gowns to the vibrant colors of crinolines and the elegant tailoring of men’s coats, the richness of the period is reveal... [Read More]

The nineteenth century was a period of continuous change for women's clothing in England. The growing prosperity of the merchant class meant an ever-larger number of women for whom "dress" was a principal function in life, while the increasing availability of lower-priced ready-made garments enabled women of moderate means to purchase the fashions of the day. In addition, the development of the railways spurred the spread of new goods, while the removal of the tax on papers in 1854 produced an a... [Read More]

". . . thoroughness and most impressive scholarship . . . much entertaining detail and . . . pleasant humour." — The Times Literary Supplement (London)Underwear — practical garments with a utilitarian function or body coverings that serve an erotic purpose? As this fascinating and intelligently written study shows, the role played by underclothing over the last several centuries has been a varied one.In a well-documented, profusely illustrated volume combining impressive scholarship with an ... [Read More]

A 19th century dress style worn by the adventurous pioneers and homesteaders of the American western frontier. The Prairie Girl child costume is a long yellow pinafore dress with the apron attached. It comes with a bonnet cap.

Pirates never used to let the girls join in all the looting back in the 1600's, but that's probably only because the pirate girls of then didn't have a cute buccaneer hat like this one. If they had worn it with their pirate costume, you can bet those girls would have been swashbuckling at the forefront of all the action on the high seas.

2.5" Heel Boot with Lace.