Chronology of fashion

This visual chronology of garments in the V&A collections shows the most important changes in European fashion between the 17th and 20th centuries. The evolution of style also reflects shifting notions of beauty, taste, femininity and masculinity.

Utility suit, probably by Victor Stiebel

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The Victoria and Albert Museum: A Bibliography and Exhibition Chronology

The Victoria and Albert Museum: A Bibliography and Exhibition Chronology

A comprehensive bibliography and exhibition chronology of the world's greatest museum of the decorative arts and design. The National Art Library, whi…

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Event - V&A Connects: Fashion, autonomy and the body mass index

Fri 07 June 2013 18:30

EVENING EVENT: For those working in fashion and associated industries, is it possible to keep a healthy relationship to oneself in a 'superficial' industry?

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