Princess Elvira of Bavaria (1868–1943). Belle Époque. Parisian Tournure.

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Princess Elvira of Bavaria (1868–1943)

Elvira of Bavaria (Wittelsbach), Princess, Countess of Wrbna-Kaunitz-Rietberg-Questenberg. Daughter of Adalbert Wilhelm Georg, Prince of Bavaria and Infanta Amelia Philippina of Spain. Married to Rudolf of Kaunitz-Rietberg-Wrbna-Questenberg and Freudenthal.

She is wearing a Parisian Tournure bustle costume to the 1890th. Painting by Karl Gampenrieder. Belle Époque, Fin de Siècle Fashion.

Portrait of MME or a Lady 4 from the painting by Giovanni Boldini.

THE ROSE. BRITISH FLORAL DECORATION 1910.

Madame X. Scandal of a portrait. Paris of the Belle Époque in 1884.

Princesse dress. Promenade gown by Maison de couture Félix.

The latest Paris fashion 1898.

Sarah Bernhardt. French actress

The Corset and the Crinoline: A Book of Modes and Costumes.

Note: Paquin Model of Moire Crepe Gilda. Paris Spring Season 1913.

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.

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

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.

Princess Elvira of Bavaria (1868–1943). Belle Époque. Parisian Tournure.