French 18th century headdresses. Chapeau Bateau Renverse en 1787. Chapeau Bonnette en 1787. Associated to: Fashion in the reign of Louis XVI 1774 to 1780. Fashion and costume in the… Read More
Category: Hairstyle
Coiffures historiques. Hairstyle.
Marie Mancini mistress of the French King Louis XIV.
Marie Mancini (1639 -1715) was one of the Mazarinettes and mistress of the French King Louis XIV. She died the same year as her childhood sweetheart, Louis XIV.
Crepe dresses 1832. Romanticism fashion.
The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking: How to Hand Sew Georgian Gowns and Wear Them With Style by Lauren Stowell (Author), Abby Cox (Author). Lauren Stowell and Abby… 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.
African tribe of Yetsang. Hairstyle. Southern Cameroons.
Hairstyle of a girl from the African tribe of Yetsang (Southern Cameroons).
Ancient Egypt hairstyles from various periods.
History of Egyptian Art. Types & portraits.
Woman hairdress from Central African Republic.
Formally Ubangi-Shari Africa. The name Ubangi-Shari was formed from the two major rivers of the area: the Ubangi and Shari.
Arabian Girl hairdress from Kisangani Congo
Arabian Girl hairdress from Kisangani Congo c. 1910s. Related Posts:African tribe of Yetsang. Hairstyle. Southern Cameroons.Woman of the African tribe of Kanembu from Lake Tchad 1930s.Hairdress of a Woman of… Read More
Woman of Goma. Congo Makele. African hairstyle.
Goma is a major city in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the capital of North Kivu Province.
Hairdress of a Woman of N’Djamena, Chad.
Woman of N’Djamena, formally Fort Lammy, Chad. The dark continent; Africa, the landscape and the people by Hugo Adolf Bernatzik.
Portrait “Nina” by Arthur E. Vokes.
Portrait “Nina” Water color by Arthur E. Vokes (1851-1951). Art deco children fashion and hairstyle 1924. Related Posts:Kids Costumes by Herrmann Gerson.Berlin fashion 1925. Art deco jewelry.Actress Erna Morena. German… 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

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.