Historical Fashion

Fashion Plate, ‘Dinner Dress’ for ‘The Repository of Arts’, Rudolph Ackermann (England, London, 1764-1834), England, London, April 1, 1825, Prints, Hand-colored engraving on paper.

Last week's photo of the day theme was evening wear. With prom season right around the corner and so many winter balls and galas taking place, it is the perfect time to look at the most glamorous of all vintage evening gowns and dresses. We can't forget the gentlemen, too, who always look so fine

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Rapunzel once upon a time

Evening dress ca. 1860 From Kerry Taylor Auctions

In year two of the Antwerp Fashion Academy we have to produce a historically accurate costume with all layers and all accessories. I chose a 1872 victorian day dress, and to go with it I needed to create 7 pieces of underwear. To document the dressing progress, I took pictures of each layer. Worn here: open crotch drawers, lace collar chemise, tight lacing corset, bustle cage, cage cover, petticoat