1914 Period Costumes

Edwardian fashions for women were characterized by the S-shaped silhouette, embellished with lace, tucks, ruffles, tassels, frills and flounces. This essential book includes eleven detailed projects, which form a capsule collection of clothing and accessories that might have been worn by an Edwardian governess, a woman travelling on an ocean liner, a campaigning suffragette, or a wife overseeing a busy household in a large country house. It explains making sequences in full and advises in detail... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern -1910 - 1915 Skirts Pattern. Size: 26" waist, 43" hips, 42" length at center front. This Standard Fashion Company pattern describes it as a Ladies' Three or Four Piece Skirt, with High or Regulation Waistline in Round or Shorter Length and in Habit Style at the back; with or without the Panel Tacked to the Skirt or Falling Free and the Slightly Circular Bands. Written instructions only. Pattern dates circa 1910-1915. Suggested Fabrics: None on envelope. From others of its era: bot... [Read More]

During the period 1880–1914, the soldiers of the great empires of Britain, France, Germany, Russia and the United States were bedecked in elaborate helmets, with ornate weapons and finery. Their colourful uniforms represented centuries of regimental history and tradition, and often bore reminders of famous victories and heroic last stands.In Glory of the Empires, Wendell Schollander presents the definitive study of every regimental uniform across the five empires, including those of the coloni... [Read More]

These Black hooves, fit over the shoe and incorporate 1 inch elastic straps for securement. Foam inserts prevent feet from collapsing. Natural latex fronts and synthetic faux fur backs. Hand poured, painted and assembled in the US. Copyright BYBY.

The clothing worn in the past affords an invaluable insight into lifestyles that have disappeared forever. Choice of dress has always been affected by numerous influences - social and economic, artistic and technical - and, of course, the vagaries of individual taste. In this delightfully illustrated book, a unique account is offered of the history of dress over four centuries.Drawing on the rich resources of Britain's National Trust properties, which include numerous costume and textile collect... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern -1913-1914 Ladies' Dress. Size: 44" bust, 32" waist, 51-1/2" hips. This pattern was published by The McCall Pattern Company. Originally the pattern was described as "Ladies' Dress; two styles of sleeve; four-piece tunic; high or regulation waistline; two-piece foundation, lengthened by one-piece lower section; round or shorter length." Minimal directions. Pattern dates circa 1913-1914. Suggested fabrics: Embroidered marquisette, linen, eyelet embroidery, silk, satin, chiffon, and ... [Read More]

Filled with beautiful works by Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, and other Impressionist painters, this richly illustrated book showcases artistic portrayals of France’s millinery trade during the Belle Époque. Filled with beautiful works by Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, and other Impressionist painters, this richly illustrated book showcases artistic portrayals of France’s millinery trade during the Belle Époque. Though best known for his depictions of dancers and bathers, Edgar Degas repeated... [Read More]

The way a society deals with hair speaks volumes about its structures, its wealth, and its values. How is hair arranged? Is it left long or cut short? How often is it washed? Do men and women treat their hair differently and what does this tell us about gender? This stimulating book contains articles written by the Paris hairstylist Emile Long between December 1910 and December 1920 for an English trade journal. Long's purpose in writing was to keep English coiffeurs informed about the goings-on... [Read More]

One hundred years after it was born, the American Arts and Crafts style—made famous by designers such as Gustav Stickley and Greene & Greene— remains enormously popular. But while the architecture and furniture have received most of the attention, the colorful table linens, curtains, pillows, clothing, and other textiles have been largely overlooked. This lavishly illustrated volume will delight the eye and become the standard reference on these treasures from our past. Especially valuable a... [Read More]

Wear this Halloween costume to your favorite party.

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

Barry Allen becomes the Flash when lightning strikes the S.T.A.R. Labs particle accelerator where he's working. Your child may not be able to run faster than the speed of light, but this officially licensed DC Comics costume will make him look and feel just like the Flash! It includes a bright red muscle chest jumpsuit with 3D Boot Tops and 3D Gauntlets. It also includes a red half-face mask just like the one the Flash wears with its distinctive yellow horns above the ears. Your child will be ready to find the truth behind any number of crimes he discovers