Now your child can travel back in time to become the 16th President of the United States and make a stand for equality for all of the people in our great country in this deluxe Abraham Lincoln children's costume set. Long sleeve black long-coat with crushed velvet design and button front closure; matching tall black top hat; white collared dickie shirt front; black necktie; solid black pull-on bottoms with elastic waist. Pair this great historical costume with one of Rubie's Colonial, Pilgrim, Pioneer, and or Political costumes available in child and adult sizes. Great for book reports, history projects, school parades, Thanksgiving pageants, and of course Trick or Treat and Halloween too! Beard costume accessory available separately. Please read before buying; costumes are sized differently than apparel, please consult the Rubie's Child Size Chart in images, do not choose based on child's age or clothing size. The fun starts here! As the world's costume leader, Rubie's Costume Company takes seriously the mission to make dressing up fun! From standard costumes to mascot and rental quality costumes, as well as masks, wigs, accessories, shoes, and decor can all be found under the Rub... [Read More]

Fashion is the ultimate visual guide to everything ever worn. From simple to sophisticated, elegant to excessive, discover more than three thousand years of shifting trends and innovative developments in the world of style. Tracing the evolution of fashion — from the early draped fabrics of ancient times to the catwalk couture of today — this book is a stunningly illustrated guide to the art of clothing.Fashion: The Definitive History of Costume and Style uses stunning photography to trace the history of changing fashions and styles. Truly vast in scope, taking in everything from from ancient Egyptian dress to Space Age Fashion and Grunge, and including stories about icons like Marie Antoinette, Clara Bow, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Alexander McQueen, Fashion catalogs the history of what people wear. It reveals how Western fashion has been influenced by design from around the world and celebrates all forms of costume and haute couture. Fashion: The Definitive History of Costume and Style is sure to inspire.

Will we ever get tired of Clueless? Ugh, as if!Acclaimed pop culture journalist Jen Chaney celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the classic film’s release in the first book of its kind, weaving together original interviews with writer and director Amy Heckerling; key cast members, including Alicia Silverstone (Cher), Paul Rudd (Josh), Stacey Dash (Dionne), Donald Faison (Murray), Elisa Donovan (Amber), Wallace Shawn (Mr. Hall), Twink Caplan (Ms. Geist and associate producer); and other crucial Clueless players like costume designer Mona May, casting director Marcia Ross, director of photography Bill Pope, former Paramount chairwoman Sherry Lansing, and many more. Cast and crew also pay heartfelt tribute to the late Brittany Murphy, who lit up the screen as Cher’s protégée, Tai. Chaney explores the influence of Jane Austen’s Emma as the unlikely framework for Heckerling’s script, the rigorous casting process (including the future stars who didn’t make the cut), the functional yet fashion-forward wardrobe, the unique slang that drew from the past and coined new phrases for the future, the sun-drenched soundtrack that set the tone, and—above all—the massive amount o... [Read More]

What People Wore When combines the studies of two classic nineteenth-century illustrators Auguste Racinet and Friedrich Hottenroth for the first time. Their works are presented first by chronology and then by subject, so that illustrators, historians, and students alike can choose to follow the path of fashion through the centuries, or study in detail the contrasting styles of individual clothing and accessories. Silhouettes reveal the shape of style through the ages, detailed cross-references draw attention to recurring motifs, and navigation bars help the researcher to travel the complex chronology of costume.With authoritative narrative from leading experts in the history of costume, extraordinary contemporary quotes that reveal the impact of style in its day, detailed annotation, and an extensive glossary, the book provides a magnificent study of the rich vocabulary of style through the ages.

Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted. Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail.This TASCHEN reprint presents Racinet’s exquisitely precise color illustrations, as well as his delightful descriptions and often witty commentary. Spanning everything from ancient Etruscan attire to French women’s couture, material is arranged according to Racinet’s original plan by culture and subject. As expansive in its reach as it is passionate in its research and attention to detail, Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style.

Based on the hair style of renown abolitionist and statesman frederick douglas. A wig and goatee set with a black and gray blend.

Survey of Historic Costume, 6th Edition, is the best-selling introduction to Western dress from the ancient world through the twenty-first century. Each chapter presents social, cross-cultural, environmental, geographic, and artistic influences on clothing. With visuals, illustrated tables, and in-depth discussions, readers come to recognize recurring themes and concepts and understand the role of dress from a diverse, global perspective. The new edition features more than 1,000 full-color photographs and illustrations, a new feature that examines global dress, and a fully updated chapter on the twenty-first century. New Student Resources~ Survey of Historic Costume STUDIO features digital study tools such as visual flashcards, self-quizzes, videos, and assignments and activities and includes a free Student Study Guide eBook to help students master concepts and improve grades.New to this Edition~ Chapter Timelines present an overview and images of historic events in each chapter focusing on fashion and textiles, politics and conflicts, decorative and fine arts, economics and trade, technology, and religion~ New Global Connections boxed highlights dress and textiles from around the ... [Read More]

Benjamin Franklin was an American public official, writer, scientist, and printer. Ben Franklin always has been and always will be an immortal hero in history. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated costume for the party or you have a performance, the Benjamin Franklin Costume Accessory Kit is just what you need. This costume kit includes headpiece with hair and eye glasses. One Size Fits Most

This versatile 19th century costume is perfect for portraying some of America's most noteworthy women in history. The Susan B. Anthony/ Harriet Tubman adult costume includes a long black dress that can be customized with a variety of accessories, such as a lace collar, ruffled collar, a pair of lace cuffs, a hair warp and a cameo pin.

Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted. Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail.This TASCHEN reprint presents Racinet’s exquisitely precise color illustrations, as well as his delightful descriptions and often witty commentary. Spanning everything from ancient Etruscan attire to French women’s couture, material is arranged according to Racinet’s original plan by culture and subject. As expansive in its reach as it is passionate in its research and attention to detail, Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style.

Have a bunch of fun this Halloween by wearing this cool Halloween costume.

She was entrusted with making our country's first flag! This patriotic Betsy Ross Heroes in History child costume includes a mop cap, red and white dress and blue apron with white stars. Does not include

This patriotic costume includes a Betsy Ross cap, red white colonial influenced dress, and blue apron with white stars. 100% Polyester, exclusive of trim. Quantity and size of white stars on aprons may vary slightly. Glasses and shoe buckles sold