Tag: Merovingian culture

The Merovingians were the oldest royal dynasty of the Franks from the 5th century to 751. They were succeeded by the dynasty of the Carolingians. The historical epoch of the transition from Late Antiquity to the Early Middle Ages in the Gallic-Germanic region is called the Merovingian period after them.


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