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.
Chapeau en Barque. Costume Chevelure à la François 1er.
Chapeau en Barque. Costume Chevelure à la François 1er. Charivari de Breloques.

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.
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.
Costume Habit vert saute culotte de Casimir.
Incroyable. Costume Habit vert saute culotte de Casimir. Cravate à oreilles de lièvre.
Robe de l’invention de Mme. Bouhot.
Coiffure de l’invention de Mr. Guillaume. Robe de l’invention de Mme. Bouhot.
Costume de Bal. France directoire, regency era.
Costume de Bal.
Costume Toilette de Spectacle.
Costume Toilette de Spectacle. Directoire fashion
Costume Une Mariée. French Merveilleuses fashion.
Costume Une Mariée.