Lambertville NJ, A Perfect Week-end Getaway for Stressed Out New Yorkers

Lambertville, NJ just 80 miles from NYC is the perfect week-end spot for busy city dwellers to de-stress and recharge. Tips and recommendations and more

Fashions of The Aesthetic Movement - A Cult of Beauty and Victorian Counterculture

The Aesthetic Movement was a counterculture of artists, writers, and designers in Victorian England who opposed the dehumanization of the Industrial Age. Aesthetic fashion stood against the stiffness of corsets and Victorian materialism, favoring a natural look based on medieval styles

Downton Abbey Clothes The English Period Drama Starts A Hot New Fashion Trend

Downton Abbey is the popular English series and the Clothes are the hot new trend. Buy yours online today.

Fashion History - Mourning Dress - Black Clothing Worn During Bereavement

For over 500 years, wearing black clothing was a traditional practice following the death of a loved one. But Victorian etiquette created mass market demand for mourning dress and turned grief into fashion.

Women's Clothing of the South in the American Civil War

History of Shoes - 19th and 20th Century Women's Footwear

In the 19th century trade and manufacturing processes brought innovations to shoes that were both practical and attractive. Before the mass production of the Industrial Revolution, shoes for both right and left feet were the same. The 1880's saw the...

Collecting Antique Hatpins

Vintage hatpins are a beautiful example of Victorian jewelry and are very collectible. History, how to evaluate, and more about antique hat pins

DIY Steampunk Fashion: Costume and Accessory Tutorials and Patterns

A comprehensive list of DIY Steampunk clothing and accessories tutorials, including complete costumes, jewelry, goggles, and spats.

About Fashion Design: 1900's - 1930's Haute Couture Fashion

When we talk about fashion design, we must realise that prior to the time of Charles Frederick Worth, the 'father' of haute couture fashion in the 19th century, largely unknown people were the creators of fashion apparel. They were mainly known then as dressmakers and tailors.

Best Wedding Theme Ideas: Themes to Make Your Wedding Day Unforgettable

It's supposed to be the happiest day of your life, so it's logical that you want to choose the wedding theme ideas that wil make your wedding day also as memorable as possible. I have reviewed several theme ideas to help you.