Button Up a Nifty Collection Even though they're small, clothing buttons pack a big punch when grouped into a collection. Find out what button collectors covet and where they find examples to display. If the Shoe Fits: Collecting Vintage Footwear How much have footwear styles changed over the years? You might be surprised. Put your best foot forward with a stylish feature from your guide.
The Language of Clothing A visit to the Dewitt-Walace Decorative Arts Museum in Colonial Williamsburg is a sensual delight, especially the Language of Clothing exhibit. Read more about it here. Fashion in 1904 Fashion plates from a 1904 magazine help illustrate what women wore at the turn of the last century. Rose Filet Crochet Sweater Learn to crochet your own flapper style sweater with a Crochet Guide Sandi Marshall. Vintage Clothing Care Resources to keep your vintage clothing looking top notch including cleaning and repair sites. Antique Lace A look at the romantic use of lace and its manufacture in an article from TIAS. Auctioning a Queen's Wardrobe What did H.M. Queen Alexandra's wardrobe sell for in 1937? Take a look at this illustrated 1937 auction catalog for the answers and a visual treat. Clothing Buttons Gallery This TIAS online museum offers a variety of button views dating as far back as the 18th century. Corsets from Lord & Taylor Catalog Not only did Lord & Taylor exist in 1881, the popular store marketed corsets by the number. Take a look at the wares here.
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