The Reign of the Crinoline. Petticoats, Cashmere shawls, Pompadour parasols. Dressmakers, like tailors, had begun to deal in ready-made garments.
Tag: Augustin Challamel
(Jean Baptiste Marie) Augustin Challamel (1818–1894). French historian. Books: Costumes civils et militaires des Français à travers les siècles. 1883. The History of female fashion in France. 1874.

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

Norman and Anglo-saxon costume period. Medieval England 1066-1154.
The Norman Period. Medieval fashion and costume history of England 1066-1154. William the Conqueror, William II., Henry I., Stephen.
Attendant, French Lords costumes. 14th c.
Attendant, French Lords costumes 1360 to 1365.

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.
French merchant in the sixteenth century. Marchand français au XVI siècle.
Marchand français au XVI siècle. Costumes civils et militaires des Français à travers les siècles
The Sun King in theater costume. Louis XIV at the carrousel.
Le Roi soleil en costume de théâtre. Louis XIV au carrousel. Costumes civils et militaires des Français à travers les siècles.
Directoire costumes Paris, 1798.
Directoire costumes imitated from the antique. Paris, 1798.
Un Gendarme de la Première compagnie des enfants d’honneur en 1596.
Un Gendarme en 1593. Un Gendarme de la Première compagnie des enfants d’honneur en 1596.
Portrait équestre de Henri IV en 1596 à cheval, âgé de 45 ans.
Equestrian portrait of Henri IV in 1596 on horseback, aged 45. King of France.
Costume d’une bourgeoise parisienne du 16ème siècle
Renaissance costume of a 16th century citizen of Paris.
Dame de la cour. Marie de Médicis en Veuve. Gentilhomme, vers 1620.
Court Lady. Marie de Medici as widow. Gentleman, 1620.