Edwardian and Victorian Fashion

Untitled document A WebRing in which to find Edwardian and Victorian hatmakers & millinery designers, costumers, clothing designers, restoration experts, costume history enthusiasts, vintage clothing/ephemera collectors, vintage clothing dealers and anyone who loves the elegant fashions and beauty of the Edwardian and Victorian Eras... and the wonderful Red Hat ladies (who epitomize the Victorian and Edwardian ideals of friendship and sisterhood). Pictured: A detail of an 1896 picture of Dame Ellen Terry (February 27, 1847 - July 21, 1928) onstage as Imogen in Sir Henry Irving's Lyceum Theatre production of William Shakespeare's "Cymbeline," in a costume created by British painter Sir Laurence Alma Tadema (1836-1912). Irving and Shakespeare lived, respectively, 1838-1905 and April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616.

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beumarchais 28 Feb, 2012

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Madame Qui-Vive, in her Sears promotional pamphlet Hairdressing and Beauty Talks , had a bit to say on the subject of powder and rouge. Here is her article in full: PROPER USE OF POWDER AND ROUGE The New York Medical Journal, the most dignified and conservative medical journal in the United States, endorses the use of pure cosmetics. The powder pu...

Proper Use of Powder and Rouge: A Century Past

beumarchais 25 Feb, 2012

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The interesting illustration above is from 1906, showing new styles of shoes with embroidered stockings "to match." It's amazing to think the ladies would have bothered with such nicely decorated stockings, since the long flowing skirts of the day would have tended to cover these designs completely! But then again, great-grandma wasn't dropped off...

Oxfords and Pumps with Embroidered Hosiery

beumarchais 21 Feb, 2012

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As mentioned in another post about Edwardian makeup , it was believed that only certain kinds of women wore lipstick, also called lip-rouge. It was not encouraged. However, there was no bar on women wearing lip moisturizers -- even if they had a bit of added red dye . The Era Formulary gives the following recipes for a variety of lip salves, with ...

Lipstick and Lip Gloss for the Edwardian Lady

beumarchais 17 Feb, 2012

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Gibson girls have an official hairstyle named for them: The Gibson Tuck.

The Gibson Tuck Hairstyle How-To

beumarchais 13 Feb, 2012

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Most people are familiar with the practice of ratting the hair, whereby one roughly frizzles and tangles the hair by backcombing with a comb or brush to give it volume. Not so many understand what a hair rat is. Short description: it is a mass made from artificial or real hair (in the latter case, often saved off one's own comb or brush, though pu...

Hair Rats: The Secret For Your Edwardian Era Hairdo

beumarchais 10 Feb, 2012

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For everyday wear, the Oxford style shoe was a popular choice. The shape of the moment was for a long, narrow, pointed toe, and a "French" heel (what we usually now call a Louis heel) of about 2 inches: rarely ever was it higher, or lower. Even walking shoes for ladies tended to have elevated heels. Fletcher complained against the fashion of the p...

Shoes of the Gibson Girls, Part 1

beumarchais 28 Nov, 2011

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Edwardian and Victorian beauty, fashion and culture blog, featuring authentic beauty recipes, beauty tips and clothing from 20th century history.

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WebRing Support 13 Apr, 2011

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mattimillinery 29 Jun, 2010

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Making your costume dreams come true! We offer a variety of custom made historical reproduction costumes from Medieval to Edwardian times. We accomadate for both the theater and reenactors. Buy a ready made outfit or simply custom order from us to get the right look and fit. Whatever the occasion, let MMC help create the perfect, original costume just for you.

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admin814 14 Dec, 2009

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I am a historical costumer, producing accurate reproductions of military and other uniforms, civilian clothing, and peripherals such as flags and embroidery. I also design and make modern clothing (usually historically inspired).

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genessa 23 Mar, 2009

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If you're seeing this site in one of my rings, consider it an unofficial manager's page); otherwise it's my page about which rings I manage AND about WebRing in general, including WebRing membership and management. If THIS ring isn't on the page, it's due to be merged; check join instructions to see where.

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josner 5 Jan, 2009

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Jennifer Osner Antique Textiles, wholesale/retail vintage millinery supplies

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curleyjo84 19 Nov, 2008

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We carry vintage & unique clothing, edwardian, victorian, psychobilly, 1920's, 1930's, 1940's, 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, flapper, glam rock, swing, rockabilly, marilyn monroe, betty page, drag, hippie, mod, shoes, purses, handbags, jackie o, atomic, dresses, coats, furs, bell bottoms, platforms, disco, vintage, c

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queenvalerian 16 Jun, 2008

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Unique hand-crafted Victorian Gothic style jewelry and costume accessories, by artist Valerian. Satin, velvet and lace chokers with elegant cameos and rhinestone pendants, antiqued sterling silver filigree necklaces, Swarovski crystal earrings, glass faux pearl stretch expansion bracelets, embellished wood cigar box handbags, elaborate top hats, hosiery, gloves and fans.

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1155041805 28 Nov, 2006

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A wide selection of handmade 12th scale miniature millinery, hats and accessories from Victorian, Edwardian, and early 20th century.Unique range of Mourning, Bridal and Gentlemen's miniature hats. Custom dollshouse beds and upholstered furniture. Luxury 12th scale bed linen and soft furnishings

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