Well known Bond Street Loungers in 1820.

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Regency Dandy Clubs, Dandysme. The Earl of Sefton, The Duke of Devonshire, "Poodle Byng", Lord Manners, The Duke of Beaufort.

Well known Bond Street Loungers in 1820.

Well known Bond Street Loungers in 1820.

From left: The Earl of Sefton, The Duke of Devonshire, “Poodle Byng”, Lord Manners, The Duke of Beaufort.

From the book: The Reminiscences and Recollections of Captain Gronow, being anecdotes of the camp, court, clubs and society, 1810-1860. By Captain Rees Howell Gronow (1794–1865). Published: London, John C. Nimmo, 1889. Artist Joseph Grego (1843-1908).

Free Ebook: The Reminiscences and Recollections of Captain Gronow. Volume 1 & 2.

Tags: Regency period. Georgian Fashion. Dandy Clubs – Dandysme.

Note:  Chemise of muslin. Sash à l'enfantine. Morning Dress 1795.

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Thoughout the ages, women's breasts have been subjected to the endless whims of fashion. From the ancient Greeks to Mae West and Madonna, this light-hearted book charts the changing shapes of female beauty. The elegant and amusing images - including fashion drawings, paintings, photographs, and film stills - illustrate the often surprising history of the garments women have worn for support - and seduction.


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