A record of who wore what fabric, and when they wore it, from royalty to the very poor, including uses, contemporary opinions, technical information, and the occasional definition, this book covers fabric in English fashion from 1795 to 1836, technically the Directoire, Empire, Regency and Romantic eras. It also covers many French fabric terms as recorded by the English. At the beginning of this period, fashion very rapidly changed from the stiff Georgian styles into the soft and flowing Directoire dresses, somewhat imitating ancient Greek clothing. The fabrics they used changed accordingly. What was fashionable with the upper class one year might be considered far too common the next, when the middle class was able to buy it. Machine-made lace became popular during these decades, fashionable at first, but becoming less and less expensive. Many lace makers were put out of work before handmade lace became fashionable – and extremely costly – again. Some materials were considered appropriate only for the working poor. And the cheapest, roughest, worst-woven fabrics were deemed suitable for poor house inhabitants and slaves. Intended for the use of costume historians, Regency danc... [Read More]

This is the fourth volume in a series of books about costumes and settings for historical plays. The concept is to offer a full spectrum of design ideas for a particular period costumes, props and sets. The series is intended for all of those who are interested in theatre, drama and history of a particular period. It is an excellent reference for historic costume designers, scenic designers, property masters, weapons masters, producers, directors and actors, or for those who have an interest or enthusiasm for period drama or period design history. Here Jack Cassin-Scott covers the period from the Early Georgian to the French Directoire and First Empire. A hundred years during which costume reached at times both incredible and ridiculous extremes. These were the years of the frock coat, the three-cornered hat, the mop-cap, the high waisted Empire line, the hooped petticoat, powder and patches, wigs and bustles: all presenting the costume designer with a challenge to his talents and imagination. But the author does emphasise the fact that movement of the body is more important than authenticity of detail. The Stage Properties, clearly drawn and captioned, include: weapons of nobles a... [Read More]

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