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Fashion & Costume

Discover the captivating evolution of fashion and costume from bygone eras to modern times. This collection offers a diverse range of works that explore various styles, cultural influences, and historical milestones in clothing. Learn about the art of dressmaking, the significance of garments in different societies, and the personalities that shaped fashion history. Ideal for enthusiasts, historians, and those curious about the threads that weave our world.

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Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical

"Costume: Fanciful, Historical and Theatrical" by Mrs. Aria is a compilation focusing on the evolution of clothing and fashions through various histor...

By Mrs. (Eliza Davis) Aria

(100)
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Two Centuries of Costume in America, Volume 1 (1620-1820)

"Two Centuries of Costume in America, Volume 1 (1620-1820)" by Alice Morse Earle is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volum...

By Alice Morse Earle

(100)
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What Dress Makes of Us

"What Dress Makes of Us" by Dorothy Quigley is a fashion guidebook written in the late 19th century, around 1897. This informative text discusses the ...

By Dorothy Quigley

(100)
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Greek dress : $b a study of the costumes worn in ancient Greece, from pre-Hellenic times to the Hellenistic age

"Greek Dress: A Study of the Costumes Worn in Ancient Greece, from Pre-Hellenic Times to the Hellenistic Age" by Ethel B. Abrahams is a scholarly work...

By Ethel Beatrice Abrahams

(100)
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Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 48, January, 1854

"Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 48, January, 1854" by Various is a historical magazine published in the mid-19th century. It serves as a collection of essa...

By Various

(100)
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Beehive for Bairns, Vol. 2: From 1st Size to 2 Years With Special Supplement: Bed Jackets

"Beehive for Bairns, Vol. 2: From 1st Size to 2 Years" by Various is a collection of knitting patterns designed for baby garments, written in the earl...

By Various

(100)
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Ancient Egyptian, Assyrian, and Persian costumes and decorations

"Ancient Egyptian, Assyrian, and Persian costumes and decorations" by Mary G. Houston et al. is a technical history of costume written in the early 20...

By Mary G. (Mary Galway) Houston

(100)
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Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, May, 1851

"Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, May, 1851" by Various is a historical publication, likely created in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a period...

By Various

(100)
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Jacobean Embroidery: Its Forms and Fillings, Including Late Tudor

"Jacobean Embroidery: Its Forms and Fillings, Including Late Tudor" by Ada Wentworth Fitzwilliam and A. F. Morris Hands is a comprehensive guide on th...

By Ada Wentworth Fitzwilliam

(100)
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The Lady's Album of Fancy Work for 1850 Consisting of Novel, Elegant, and Useful Designs in Knitting, Netting, Crochet, Braiding, and Embroidery, with Clear and Explicit Directions for Working the Patterns

"The Lady's Album of Fancy Work for 1850" by Unknown is a collection of instructional designs for various needlework techniques, likely created during...

By Unknown

(100)
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Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 48, June, 1854

"Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 48, June, 1854" by Various is a vintage periodical that features a compilation of articles, stories, and illustrations refl...

By Various

(100)
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The Evolution of Fashion

"The Evolution of Fashion" by Florence Mary Gardiner is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the development of f...

By Florence Mary Gardiner

(100)
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The corset and the crinoline : $b A book of modes and costumes from remote periods to the present time

"The Corset and the Crinoline" by W. B. L. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume explores the intricate relationship b...

By William Barry Lord

(100)
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Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, January, 1851

"Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, January, 1851" by Various is a periodical publication focused on women's interests, written in the mid-19th century. Th...

By Various

(100)
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Fashion parade : $b knit and crochet for him and her

"Fashion Parade: Knit and Crochet for Him and Her" by American Thread Company is a practical guidebook on knitting and crochet techniques, likely crea...

By American Thread Company

(100)
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Easy to Make Fashions: from Rochelle's Mohlon Orlon Acrylic Fiber. Volume B22.

"Easy to Make Fashions: from Rochelle's Mohlon Orlon Acrylic Fiber. Volume B22." is a crafting guide focused on knitting and crocheting, produced by t...

By Anonymous

(100)
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Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 48, No. XVIII, April, 1854

"Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 48, No. XVIII, April, 1854" by Various is a historical magazine published in the mid-19th century. This edition is a compil...

By Various

(100)
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The Art of Tying the Cravat; Demonstrated in sixteen lessons

"The Art of Tying the Cravat; Demonstrated in sixteen lessons" by H. Le Blanc is a detailed guidebook written in the early 19th century. This instruct...

By H. Le Blanc

(100)
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Flat Machine Knitting and Fabrics

"Flat Machine Knitting and Fabrics" by H. D. Buck is a technical manual on knitting techniques and machine operations written in the early 20th centur...

By H. D. (Horace Davis) Buck

(100)
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Straw Hats: Their history and manufacture

"Straw Hats: Their History and Manufacture" by Harry Inwards is a detailed exploration of the history, production, and evolution of straw hats, likely...

By Harry Inwards

(100)