Anne de Bretagne (1477-1514) Duchess of Brittany, Queen of France. Anne was the eldest daughter of Duke Francis II. of Brittany (1435-1488).
Category: Modes et Costumes Historiques
“Modes et Costumes Historiques“. Drawing by Xavier Willemin. Edited and steel engraving by Hippolyte Louis Emile and Polidor Jean Charles Pauquet. First published by Cassell, Petter & Galpin London, 1864. 1870 c. published by Bureaux des Modes et Costumes Historiques, Paris.
Nobleman in Spanish court dress 16th century
Nobleman in Spanish court dress in the Reign of Charles IX 1572. Renaissance period. “Modes et Costumes Historiques“. Drawing by Xavier Willemin. Edited and steel engraving by Hippolyte Louis Emile and Polidor… Read More
Lady of the French Court in Spanish fashion 1579.
Lady of the French Court in Spanish fashion. Reign of Charles IX 1579. “Modes et Costumes Historiques“. Drawing by Xavier Willemin. Edited and steel engraving by Hippolyte Louis Emile and Polidor… Read More

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
Dame de Paris. Reign of Louis XV, 1729.
Les Paniers, Règne de Louis XV, d’après les Modes de 1729. Rococo gown
Marquise in rococo gown in the Reign of Louis XV 1740
Marquise in rococo gown in the Reign of Louis XV 1740 “Modes et Costumes Historiques“. Drawing by Xavier Willemin. Edited and steel engraving by Hippolyte Louis Emile and Polidor Jean Charles… Read More
Nobel woman in rococo gown in the Reign of Louis XV, 1740.
Nobel woman in rococo gown in the Reign of Louis XV, 1740. “Modes et Costumes Historiques“. Drawing by Xavier Willemin. Edited and steel engraving by Hippolyte Louis Emile and Polidor… Read More
Paris Fashion 1740. Nobleman in rococo costume.
Paris Fashion 1740. Nobleman in rococo costume. Reign of Louis XV. France 18th century clothing. Louis XV Ancien Régime fashion. Court Dress in Versailles “Modes et Costumes Historiques“. Drawing by Xavier… Read More
Louis XIV fashion. Duchess court dress, 1693.
Duchess in the Reign of Louis XIV, 1693. French baroque costume. 17th century Ancien Régime clothing. Louis XIV. Court of Versailles ceremonial robe. Related Posts:Chevalier costume of the Order of… Read More
Chevalier costume of the Order of St. Louis, 1693.
Chevalier costume of the Order of St. Louis. Reign of Louis XIV. Baroque fashion era. France Ancien Régime. 17th century court dress in Versailles. Related Posts:Louis XIV fashion. Duchess court… Read More
Louise de La Vallière. Mistress of Louis XIV.
Louise-Françoise de La Baume le Blanc, duchess de La Vallière (1644-1710), maid of honour and mistress of Louis XIV.

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

The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Made the World Paperback – December 7, 2021
by Virginia Postrel (Author)
From Neanderthal string to 3D knitting, an “expansive” global history that highlights “how textiles truly changed the world” (Wall Street Journal)

Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design
FASHIONPEDIA is a visual fashion dictionary covering all the technical terms from style to material to production with illustrations and infographics. It encompasses rich, extensive information and yet is easy to read. Whether you are an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, FASHIONPEDIA is all you will ever need to navigate the fashion scene.

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.