- How Did the Affair of the Necklace Precipitate the French Revolution?Marie Antoinette’s legacy will forever be overshadowed by the damning reputation that she was branded with during her… Read more: How Did the Affair of the Necklace Precipitate the French Revolution?
- The complete history of Yves Saint Laurent’s Le SmokingYves Henri Donat Mathieu Saint Laurent was born in Orin, Algeria in 1936 to French parents. He became a fan… Read more: The complete history of Yves Saint Laurent’s Le Smoking
- Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation gown by Sir Norman HartnellThis breathtaking Norman Hartnell gown was worn by Queen Elizabeth II on her Coronation day, 69 years ago… Read more: Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation gown by Sir Norman Hartnell
- Jeanne Lanvin 1938 “garden party” gowns for Princess Elizabeth and Margaret’s dolls, Marianne and FranceThese bisque dolls are undoubtably some of the most famous and well dressed in the world. They came… Read more: Jeanne Lanvin 1938 “garden party” gowns for Princess Elizabeth and Margaret’s dolls, Marianne and France
- Lady Mendl’s Elsa Schiaparelli “Apollo of Versailles” capeThe detailing in Elsa Schiaparelli’s “Apollo of Versailles” cape is exquisite. This piece comes from the iconic Autumn/Winter… Read more: Lady Mendl’s Elsa Schiaparelli “Apollo of Versailles” cape
- Guo Pei’s “Blue and Porcelain” gownThis sculpted “Blue and Porcelain” gown was designed by Guo Pei for her 2010 “1002 Nights” collection. It… Read more: Guo Pei’s “Blue and Porcelain” gown
- Michelle Obama’s 2020 Democratic National Convention statement VOTE necklace and satin blouseMichelle Obama’s beautiful, dainty yellow-gold VOTE necklace was front and center during her powerful speech for the electric… Read more: Michelle Obama’s 2020 Democratic National Convention statement VOTE necklace and satin blouse
- Balenciaga orange evening coat from the Fall/Winter 1954-1955 collectionThis voluminous orange silk evening coat by Balenciaga comes from his Fall/Winter 1954-1955 collection. Unlike Dior’s popular “New… Read more: Balenciaga orange evening coat from the Fall/Winter 1954-1955 collection
- Christian Dior’s Fall/Winter 1949 Cynge Noir gownThis exquisite Cynge Noir (black swan) evening gown by Christian Dior comes from the Autumn/Winter 1949 Milieu du… Read more: Christian Dior’s Fall/Winter 1949 Cynge Noir gown
- Eva Perón’s Iconic 1951 Dior GownEva Perón began to embrace the Christian Dior new look after her 1947 European “Rainbow Tour.” In effort… Read more: Eva Perón’s Iconic 1951 Dior Gown
- Queen Elizabeth II’s Rare Covid-19 Message In Queen Mary’s Diamond And Turquoise BroochToday Queen Elizabeth II delivered a rare special televised message regarding the Covid-19 crises. Apart from her Christmas… Read more: Queen Elizabeth II’s Rare Covid-19 Message In Queen Mary’s Diamond And Turquoise Brooch
- A Quilted Ruby-Red Set From Adolfo Couture Fall-Winter 1969-1970This vibrant ruby-red Adolfo Couture set comes from his FW 1969-1970 Collection. I love this outfit because it’s… Read more: A Quilted Ruby-Red Set From Adolfo Couture Fall-Winter 1969-1970
- The History Of The 17th Century Plague Doctor CostumeBird beak masks were a part of the earliest iteration of a hazmat suit. They were designed in… Read more: The History Of The 17th Century Plague Doctor Costume
- The Cherry Shoe By Manolo BlahnikPictured is one of the 60 recreations of Monolo Blahnik’s iconic 1971 cherry heel which was seen in… Read more: The Cherry Shoe By Manolo Blahnik
- Princess Margaret’s 21st Birthday Dior GownThis stunning Dior gown was worn by Princess Margaret at Sandringham Castle on her 21st birthday, on August… Read more: Princess Margaret’s 21st Birthday Dior Gown
- Nancy Pelosi’s Mace Of The Republic Brooch By Ann HandNancy Pelosi has been rocking some powerful statement jewelry recently. When history was made on Dec 18, 2019 and… Read more: Nancy Pelosi’s Mace Of The Republic Brooch By Ann Hand
- Yves Saint Laurent’s Iconic Les Tournesols/Sunflower JacketYves Saint Laurent debated the iconic “Les Tournesols” jacket in his Spring-Summer 1988 collection, where it was modeled… Read more: Yves Saint Laurent’s Iconic Les Tournesols/Sunflower Jacket
- The Secret To Carrie Fisher’s Famous Princess Leia Hair BunsAt just nineteen Carrie Fisher became an instant mega star from her role of Princess Leia in Star… Read more: The Secret To Carrie Fisher’s Famous Princess Leia Hair Buns
- Judy Garland’s 1969 Pale Blue Wedding DressJudy Garland wore this pale blue, mini length tent dress for her wedding to Mickey Deans on March… Read more: Judy Garland’s 1969 Pale Blue Wedding Dress
- Fortuny Revived With Lady Mary’s Downton Abbey Movie GownAnna Mary Scott Robbins began work as the costume designer for Downton Abbey during season five, and continued… Read more: Fortuny Revived With Lady Mary’s Downton Abbey Movie Gown
- The History Of Queen Mary’s Fringe TiaraThe Queen Mary fringe tiara was made in 1919 by E. Wolff and Co. for Garrard. It was… Read more: The History Of Queen Mary’s Fringe Tiara
- The History Of The Lederhosen and DirndlIt’s that time of year again! During Oktoberfest you’ve probably seen people out and about in its traditional… Read more: The History Of The Lederhosen and Dirndl
- McQueen’s SS05 Carousel DressThis whimsical carousel dress first appeared in Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2005 runway show “It’s Only A Game” as… Read more: McQueen’s SS05 Carousel Dress
- The History Of The Ballet TutuThe tutu has become an iconic and integral part of the ballet aesthetic over the years. Though they… Read more: The History Of The Ballet Tutu
- Marie Antionette’s JewelryThese are some of my favorite pieces from the stunning jewelry collection of Marie Antionette. Ten of her… Read more: Marie Antionette’s Jewelry