Crowns and scepters of the Merovingian and Carolingian Frankish kings in the Middle Ages.
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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

Pharaoh Merenptah, Mienptah-Hotéphima.
Ancient Egypt costume of Pharaoh Merenptah, Mienptah-Hotéphima. Related Posts:Pharaoh Seti I. Necropolis of Thebes.Ramses III (Necropolis of Thebes – 20th Dynasty.)New Kingdom, clothing in ancient Egypt.

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

Ancient Egypt Queen Nebto daughter of Ramses Miamun
Portrait of Ancient Egypt Queen Nebto daughter of Ramesses II Miamun (19th dynasty.)

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.
The German Royal Costume. Coronation Robes of the German Emperors
Coronation Robes of the German Emperors. The Dalmatica. The Alba. The Stola. The Pluviale or Pallium. The German Royal Costume.
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)
Royal Franks. Costumes of the 10th century.
Frankish king and queen, noble ladies, bishop, page, court scribe.
Russian costumes. Tsar, Boyar, Belorussian garb.
Princely costume. Summer clothes for women in Torschko. Belorussian woman.
Crown of Tsar Michael Fjodorowitsch called cap d’Astran.
Crown of Tsar Michael Fjodorowitsch called cap d’Astran. Crown of Tsar Michael Feodorovitch, (Michel Féodorovitch Romanov, Михаил Фёдорович Романов, Grandfather of Peter the Great.), called cap d’Astran. He was the first… Read More
Portrait of James I with sword. Son of Mary Stuart.
The son of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, and her second husband, Henry Stewart, Duke of Albany.
Princess according to the times of Anne De Bretagne, 1420
Princesse, Règne De Charles VI, d’après Les Heures d’Anne De Bretagne, 1420
Roman crowns and wreaths. Corona triumphalis, civica, muralis.
Roman Empire. Corona triumphalis, Corona obsidimalis, Corona civica, Corona muralis, Corona castrensis, Corona navalis.

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.