France 18th century. Fashion types from the time of the Directory. Stock exchange speculators and crooks. The Merveilleuses and the Incroyables.
Tag: Horace Vernet
Horace Emile Jean Vernet (1789 – 1863) was a French historical and military painter and lithographer. Vernet learned his artistic training from his father Antoine Charles Horace Vernet and his grandfather Jean-Michel Moreau.

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

Greece women’s costumes. The chiton, strophion, make-up.
Greece women’s costumes. The chitons, strophion, make-up. Garments of the Greek women. Rubbing the hands and feet with Egyptian perfume. The bust band was called Strophion. The chitons were designed differently.

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

Chapeau en Barque. Costume Chevelure à la François 1er.
Chapeau en Barque. Costume Chevelure à la François 1er. Charivari de Breloques. Related Posts:Costume Robe de Velours. Chapeau de Velours.Costume Spencer à l’Anglaise. Chapeau à l’Anglaise.Costume Robe à la Ninon.… 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.
Costume Bateau, Habit Couleur Crotin Culotte de Peau.
Costume Bateau, Habit Couleur Crotin Culotte de Peau. Related Posts:Costume Culotte & Guètres de Peau couleur de Cuir.Costume Habit court a taille basse et carrée.Costume de Bal. France directoire, regency… Read More
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)
Costume Cheveux a l’Enfant. Pantalon de Tricot, Bottes a la Hussarde.
Costume Cheveux a l’Enfant. Pantalon de Tricot, Bottes a la Hussarde. Chapeau à la Robinson. Related Posts:Chapeau en Barque. Costume Chevelure à la François 1er.Costume Spencer à l’Anglaise. Chapeau à… Read More
Costume Habit vert saute culotte de Casimir.
Incroyable. Costume Habit vert saute culotte de Casimir. Cravate à oreilles de lièvre.

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.
Robe de l’invention de Mme. Bouhot.
Coiffure de l’invention de Mr. Guillaume. Robe de l’invention de Mme. Bouhot. Related Posts:Coiffure Asiatique. Costume Robe de Bal Rayée en Rubans.Costume Robe de Velours. Chapeau de Velours.Costume Robe de Mousseline… Read More
Costume de Bal. France directoire, regency era.
Costume de Bal. Related Posts:Costume Une Mariée. French Merveilleuses fashion.Costume Par-Dessous à la Chinoise. Neoclassical fashionCostume de Bal. Pelisse doublée d’Hermine.
Costume Toilette de Spectacle.
Costume Toilette de Spectacle. Directoire fashion Related Posts:Costume Chevelure à la Charles XII. Culotte Vert d’Eau.Directoire costumes Paris, 1798.Costume Une Mariée. French Merveilleuses fashion.
Costume Une Mariée. French Merveilleuses fashion.
Costume Une Mariée. Related Posts:Costume de Bal. France directoire, regency era.Costume Par-Dessous à la Chinoise. Neoclassical fashionCostume de Bal. Pelisse doublée d’Hermine.

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.