Paris. La Mode illustrée 1846. Lingerie de Daniel Deray.

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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 Cox of American Duchess have endeavored to make the impossible possible by bringing historically accurate dressmaking techniques into your sewing room. Learn how to make four of the most iconic 18th century silhouettes―the English Gown, Sacque Gown, Italian Gown and Round Gown―using the same hand sewing techniques done by historic dressmakers.

Victorian, Romantic, Crinolines, Lingerie, Corsets, Hats, Daniel Deray,
La Mode 1846

Crinolines, Lingerie, Corsets, Hats 1846.

(England Victorian era. France Restauration, Second Empire Napoleom III.)

Chapeaux de Mariton. Lingerie de Daniel Deray, rue du Bac. Mouchoir de Chapron & Dubois. Corsets de Mme. Dumoulin, 44 Rue de Basse du Rempart. Gants Mayer. Envois divers de la Maison de Commission Lassalle et Cie, 35 rue Louis le Grand.

La Mode illustrée. Journal et gravures des mode. Bibliography of costume.

Late Victorian era. Aristocrats afternoon wardrobe.
England 1880’s men’s and milady’s fashion. Late Victorian costumes.
Man in redingote and chapeau claque on the Boulevard des Italiens.
Madame X. Scandal of a portrait. Paris of the Belle Époque in 1884.
The Corset and the Crinoline: A Book of Modes and Costumes.
Empire français. The reign of crinoline. Napoleon III. 1852–1870.
Fashion in the Reigns of Louis XVIII and Charles X. Restoration.
Glamorous life in 1850. Fashions under the Restoration.

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Support and Seduction: The History of Corsets and Bras (Abradale Books) by Beatrice Fontanel.

Thoughout the ages, women's breasts have been subjected to the endless whims of fashion. From the ancient Greeks to Mae West and Madonna, this light-hearted book charts the changing shapes of female beauty. The elegant and amusing images - including fashion drawings, paintings, photographs, and film stills - illustrate the often surprising history of the garments women have worn for support - and seduction.

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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
Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design

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.

19th Century Fashion in Detail by Lucy Johnston

Underwear: Fashion in Detail by Eleri Lynn.

Embellishments: Constructing Victorian Detail by Astrida Schaeffer.

Literature

Fashion: A History from the 18th to the 20th Century by Kyoto Costume Institute.

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.