1650–1700 in Western fashion - Wikipedia
WEBThe elegant gentleman wears a coat, waistcoat, and breeches. The lady's bodice is long-waisted and her over skirt is draped and pinned up behind, Dutch, 1678. Fashion in the …
17th century - Fashion History Timeline
WEBThe Genoese Noblewoman (1625-1627) painted by Anthony Van Dyck reflects dress trends of the early 17th century, particularly in the region of Genoa, such as rich silks …
Women's Fashions of the 17th Century - Hollar Engravings
WEBMar 6, 2017 · In the mid-17th century, Wenceslaus Hollar published this series of engravings depicting the costume of women in England.
1600-1609 - Fashion History Timeline
WEBJan 10, 2020 · The foundation garment for all dress was the chemise, atop which women now wore stays to create the desirable silhouette of the time. We’re given a rare peek at …
Mantua (clothing) - Wikipedia
WEBA mantua (from the French manteuil or 'mantle') is an article of women's clothing worn in the late 17th century and 18th century. Initially a loose gown, the later mantua was an …
1640-1649 - Fashion History Timeline
WEBJan 20, 2020 · “The buff coat was a feature of military dress during the 17th century, usually worn under a breastplate. Originally these garments were made of European buffalo (or wild ox) hide, which is where the term ‘buff’ comes from.
Fashion through the ages | Palace of Versailles
WEBFrom formal Court dress to more personal attire, Versailles fashion was admired across the globe and continues to inspire great designers today. The women spared no expense when it came to their dress, competing with each other to …
17th Century Fashion and Trends - Smithsonian Learning Lab
WEBFeb 5, 2018 · Some of the most important pieces included big gowns, big hair, ruffled collars, heavy jewelry and corsets to shape women's waist. Men also styled ruffled …
Renaissance Fashion and Dress Codes - The Metropolitan Museum of Art
WEBMar 5, 2012 · In our society today, the way we dress often reflects our personality and how we are feeling in that moment. In fifteenth-century Italy, clothing served as an indicator …
Tudor and Stewart Fashion and Clothing - Historic UK
WEBLate 17th century dress had become stiff, formal and based on French court fashions. The dress has become an over-gown pinned over the stiff corset to show the ‘stomacher’ and gathered back at the hips to show the embroidered petticoat.