Fashion History Blog
A curated glimpse into fashion history.
Spotlighting interesting and beautifully crafted historic textiles across the ages.
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1939 Gold Evening Shoe
1939 Gold Evening Shoe
#ObjectOfTheWeek is this stunning 1939 gold evening shoe by Swiss luxury brand Bally. Featured in the Bata Shoe Museum’s online exhibit “WANT: Desire, Design, and Depression Era Footwear”, this piece is indicative of the glamour of the era. Click here to read more.
1943 Arnold Lever Scarf
1943 Arnold Lever Scarf
#ObjectOfTheWeek is a 1943 rayon blend scarf designed by Arnold Lever for Jacqmar. Lever designed a series of patriotic Wartime Scarves that featured a serious subject matter presented in an almost ‘cheeky’ manner. Click here to read more.
1700s French Dress
1700s French Dress
#ObjectOfTheWeek is a French dress with a matching stomacher and petticoat circa 1755 to 1760. The exquisite embroidery detail of this gown by an unknown French designer epitomizes the Rococo style. Click here to read more.
1943 Arnold Lever Scarf
1943 Arnold Lever Scarf
#ObjectOfTheWeek is this stunning purple velvet dress created by African American designer Elizabeth Keckley. Worn by First Lady Mary Lincoln during the Winter social season of 1861-1862. Click here to read more.
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