Louis XIII fashion. Ancien Régime. Middle of the 17th century.
Category: Baroque
Norway and Denmark Costumes, 17th Century.
Norway and Denmark Costumes, 17th Century. First third of the 17th Century. Top row left: Denmark, Nobleman with his wife. Right: Norway. Posh Norwegian man with woman. Woman from the countryside. Bottom… Read More

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

Switzerland costumes of the 17th century.
Swiss peasant costumes. Baroque period costumes. Citizens son. Wedding organizer. Citizen girl. Woman in mourning. Waibel (Ushers). Mayor.

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.
Fleming, English and German Princely costumes
Fleming, English and German Princely costumes. First half of the 17th Century. Baroque era. Related Posts:Palace Guard, Infantry Officer 1680.Netherlands baroque costumes. 17th century.French Musketeers in 1650.
Literature
Couture: then and now Clothes define people. A person's clothing, whether it's a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential key to his or her culture, class, personality, or even religion. The Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothing sociologically, historically, and artistically.
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)
German soldiers. Baroque costumes 17th century.
German Baroque costumes 17th century. First third of the 17. century. Related Posts:German clothing 17th century. Baroque fashion era.Musketeer and Pikeman costumes in the 17th Century.German fashion in the last… Read More
French Musketeers in 1650.
French Musketeers. Baroque fashion period. Second third of the XVII. Century. Related Posts:French Nobleman and Officer, Ancien Régime MusketeerFrench Musketeer costumes of the French Guard.Palace Guard, Infantry Officer 1680.
Musketeer and Pikeman costumes in the 17th Century.
Costumes in the 17th Century. Baroque period. Second third of the XVII. Century. Top row left: Musketeer and Pikeman costumes in the Thirty Years’ War. Right: German nobles. Bottom row left… Read More
16th and 17th century costumes.
16th and 17th century costumes. Dutch, Bohemia, Spain, England, France, Poland. Top row left: Clothing of a sailor woman from Holland in 1640. Clothing of a woman from Amsterdam. Dutch woman… Read More
English Baroque fashion in the 16th and 17th Century.
English Baroque fashion in the 16th and 17th Century. Top row left: Distinguished Women from London in the Spanish Baroque fashion of the year 1590. Right: London merchant and merchant’s… Read More
Ecclesiastical robes. 16th and 17th Century.
Ecclesiastical robes. 16th and 17th Century. Top row left to right: Chamberlain. Cardinal. Prelate. Right: Deacon with the dalmatic and Alba. Altar boy in surplice. Subdeacon in the Alba and… Read More
The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty: 40 Projects for Period-Accurate Hairstyles, Makeup and Accessories by Lauren Stowell & Abby Cox.
Seventeenth and Eighteenth-Century Fashion in Detail by Avril Hart & Susan North. From cut and construction to fabric and trimmings.
Timeless: Recreate the Classic Makeup and Hairstyles from 100 Years of Beauty by Louise Young & Loulia Sheppard.

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.