Tag: Augustin Challamel

(Jean Baptiste Marie) Augustin Challamel (1818–1894). French historian. Books: Costumes civils et militaires des Français à travers les siècles. 1883. The History of female fashion in France. 1874.

Norman and Anglo-saxon costume period. Medieval England 1066-1154.

Empress Matilda, female regent, England, history, Middle ages costumes

The Norman Period. Medieval fashion and costume history of England 1066-1154. William the Conqueror, William II., Henry I., Stephen.


Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.

Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.

Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com