Welcome to Silhouettes: The Fashion History Podcast all about the importance of the clothes we wear. From corsets to suits, lipstick to boots, fashion has defin...
In this episode, we explore the transformative role of color in Victorian fashion, uncovering how it not only shaped trends but also challenged societal norms. We’ll dive into the fascinating story of mauveine, the synthetic dye that revolutionized the fashion industry. But it’s not just about the technical side—join us as we break down common misconceptions about color in the Victorian era, explore how color influenced everything from class identity to social status, and examine how it became a key marker of emotion and morality. Discover how the rise of vibrant hues in fashion was intertwined with cultural shifts and technological advances, and how color grew in popularity to become an essential element of self-expression. Tune in to learn why the Victorians’ obsession with color still resonates in modern fashion today.
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The Origins of Cottagecore
In this episode, join me to explore the fascinating origins of the Cottagecore aesthetic! Come with me to connect the dots between the historical past and the modern-day Cottagecore movement, touching on the rise of floral prints, country living, and Laura Ashley’s iconic designs. Whether you’re a fan of vintage style or curious about history’s influence on today’s trends, this episode uncovers the hidden stories behind a timeless aesthetic, by tracing its roots back to 18th-century France, where it was popularised by none other than Marie Antoinette, to exploring the history of aprons as both functional and fashionable garments in the 18th and 19th centuries. Tune in for a whimsical, historical exploration of fashion, culture, and the allure of the simple life.
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Tales of Textiles: Fashion within The Royal School of Needlework collection
Join me and Dr.Isabella Rosner, embroidery historian and curator of the Royal School of Needlework, to discuss their brand new exhibition "Tales of Textiles".
This new intimate exhibition, Tales of Textiles: The RSN Collection in Focus highlights the life of key pieces from the Royal School of Needlework’s Collection & Archive with a focus on English embroidery. Objects on display span three centuries and tell a story of wear and use, protection and care, tradition and innovation, and stitchers domestic and professional. Exhibits include a fragile embroidered mirror frame dated 1653, a Georgian man’s waistcoat, and a late 19th century Royal School of Needlework-designed cushion cover.
The exhibition takes place in one of our Embroidery Studios at Hampton Court Palace and will run from 25 September 2024 to June 2025.
Isabella offers her insights into the curation process of the exhibition, and we also discuss the exciting work that we have undertaken together to research, and catalog, much of the amazing fashion and costume held within the collection, and available to see on display at this extinction.
Link to purchase a ticket and a private tour, are available here-
https://royal-needlework.org.uk/events-exhibitions/tales-of-textiles-the-rsn-collection-in-focus/
https://royal-needlework.org.uk/product/tales-of-textiles-talk-private-view/
https://royal-needlework.org.uk/archive-collection/
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Fashionable Hauntings
In today’s episode, we explore the fascinating crossroads between fashion and the supernatural. Hauntings have long captivated the human imagination, but what often gets overlooked is how the fashion of these ghostly figures plays a crucial role in their stories!
From spectral gowns to eerie uniforms, the clothing of these apparitions is not just a detail, but a key element that defines their haunting presence.
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The Fashion of Gilmore Girls
In this special episode, we're taking a trip back to Stars Hollow to explore the iconic fashion of Gilmore Girls! From Lorelai's boho-chic aesthetic to Rory's ever evolving preppy style this episode celebrates the fashion legacy of one of the early 2000s' most beloved shows.
Join us as we unpack how Gilmore Girls's costume designer, Brenda Maben, used fashion to define each character's personality, social status, and development over seven seasons. I explore how Gilmore Girls captured the essence of early 2000s fashion while creating timeless looks still inspiring audiences today.
Expect insights into everything from low-rise jeans and bedazzled tees to vintage band shirts and chunky knits. We'll explore how the Gilmore Girls fashion legacy lives on, with fans continually revisiting Lorelai and Rory's closet choices for throwback inspo.
Welcome to Silhouettes: The Fashion History Podcast all about the importance of the clothes we wear. From corsets to suits, lipstick to boots, fashion has defined culture since the dawn of time. Join your host Belle as we delve deep into the rich, often unexpected history of fashion, the many ways it has framed our world and how it has continuously defined the human experience. After all, the story of fashion tells the story of the world ✨
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