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Maenson Clothes advertisement for flannel trousers, 1930
Advertisement for Maenson flannel trousers, cut to fit and tailored to keep their shape. In consequence they never demoralise into " bags" but always remain a very proper adjunct to

Advert for Peter Robinsons mens clothing 1904
Tailored clothing for gentlemen at Peter Robinson s, Oxford Street. Date: 1904

Young woman, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1890s

Debenham and Freebody suit, 1954
A classic black suit from Debeneham and Freebody, finely tailored with black velvet collar and cuffs and made from the very best worsted barathea. Date: 1954

1890S Cycling Ladies
A young lady in practical outdoor dress of tailored skirt & jacket holds a bicycle steady for her friend who sits on it to have her photograph taken. Both wear straw hats

Advert for Summer Suits in Ascot Crepe
Advert from Marshall and Snelgrove, promoting their latest range of summer suits, made from Ascot crepe. Date: 1932

Fashions for Humans and Greyhounds
Advert for Marshall and Snelgrove, promoting their matching outfits for greyhounds and their owners. Date: 1932

Promoting the Latest Fashions
The latest in women's fashion - coats and suits available from Kenneth Durward and Smee's. Date: 1932

Izod Advertisement
An advertisement for Izod promoting the importance of a tailored shirt. A Definite Distinction for Gentlemen at last. Izod's are famed for their dress shirts and coloured hosiery. Date: circa 1926

Advert for Harella coats, emphasising their smart fit from any angle. Date: 1943

Elegant couple in evening dress dancing the tango
The artist is well known. She was born in Vienna where this card was drawn and moved to Sweden in the 1930s. The man is dressed in tailored black tie and the lady has a long frilled tube dress

A page of adverts from - February 1954
Three fashion adverts for women's permanent hair styles at Vasco's Hair Bubbles, tailored lingerie at and Supalese early spring tailored suits at Swan & Edgar. Date: 1954

Advertisement for all purpose Civil Defence workers coat for the winter months. Date: 1941

Two Fashionable Gentlemen in Tailored Winter Coats, 1890 (screen print)
3036024 Two Fashionable Gentlemen in Tailored Winter Coats, 1890 (screen print) by American Photographer, (19th century); (add.info)

Two Autumn fashions from the London couture house of Itylus, 1927 illustrating invidualism vindicated by decorative distinction and harmony of line and colour with an evening frock

Advert for Burberrys tailored suits, overcoats and weatherproofs for women, London, 1925 Date: 1925

Woman in morning tailored suit with cane. Petit tailleur du matin. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Bernard Boutet de Monvel from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames

Woman in striped linen dress with short velvet coat. Petit manteau de velours, robe de linon. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Woman in tailored suit with riding crop and bowler hat, 1913. Une Amazone. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Bernard Boutet de Monvel from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des

Woman in fashionable outfit seated on a sofa with pet dog, 1913. Robe d interieur. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Armand Vallee from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des

Two Fashionable Gentlemen in Business Suits, 1890 (screen print)
3036022 Two Fashionable Gentlemen in Business Suits, 1890 (screen print) by American Photographer, (19th century); (add.info)

Matita advertisement, 1950
Advertisement for clothing brand, Matita featuring a model wearing a tailored, fitted jacket with a matching pleated skirt and a hat by Erik. 1950

English gentleman holding his fob watch
Well-dressed man holding his fob watch in his hand. Date: circa 1830s

Queen Victorias uniform, 1st VC Presentation Parade
Uniform worn by Queen Victoria at the first Victoria Cross Presentation Parade on 14 June 1856. 1856

Dressmakers workroom in London 1858
Interior of the working conditions of a dressmakers workroom in the west-end of London. With women over worked and tired at five-past twelve midnight. 1858

Fashionable womens country hats 1937
Selection of Homburg hats, with dented crown and sweeping brim. Date: 1937

Advert for Peter Robinson gentlemens evening wear 1895
Perfectly cut and tailored, at moderate cost. Date: 1895

Women wearing floral design coats 1937
Two models wearing fashionable floral coats available from Marshall & Snelgrove, left; An embossed pique coat printed with a multi-coloured design

Advert for Kendal, Milne and Co. tailor-mades 1897
Ladies tailor-made garments and girls knockabout frock Date: 1897

French tailored-made gown 1895
Tailored dress with leg-of-mutton sleeves and narrow waist. Date: 1895

Womens clothing 1929
Loose weaves a feature of new woollen. Early spring womens frocks made from trelya wool. 1929

Two weeks sale on tailor-made womens clothing. Date: January 1918

Pelisse, 1815 (soft twilled silk)
FMB329172 Pelisse, 1815 (soft twilled silk) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: a pelisse was a coat-like garment often made from sarsenet ; it could be worn indoors)

A New Coat (colour litho)
STC188389 A New Coat (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Black tailored wool riding habit, with habit jacket and side-saddle skirt, 1890s (wool)
3100439 Black tailored wool riding habit, with habit jacket and side-saddle skirt, 1890s (wool) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info)

Two Fashionable Gentlemen in Tailored Winter Coats, 1890 (screen print)
3036025 Two Fashionable Gentlemen in Tailored Winter Coats, 1890 (screen print) by American Photographer, (19th century); (add.info)

Two Very Fashionable Men in Suits and Hats, 1939 (screenprint)
1126086 Two Very Fashionable Men in Suits and Hats, 1939 (screenprint) by Goodman, Robert (fl.1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

B. Rydill, Practical Tailor and Cutter, No. 17 Bible House, between 8th and 9th Streets
1079182 B. Rydill, Practical Tailor and Cutter, No. 17 Bible House, between 8th and 9th Streets. New York. 1886 (lithograph [trade card]) by American School

Two women wearing two-piece tailored suits made from wool. Date: 1936

A selection of Barkers well known economy values girls suits for Autumn school wear. Date: 1918

Easter fashion for womens outdoor wear 1924
Simple tailored suit in black and white check Saxony suiting, designed and carried out by Burberrys in Haymarket. Date: 1924

HUNTING DRESS 1929
Tailored d-b jacket with patch pockets, box-pleated skirt, ankle socks & lace up boots; jacket with back pleats, argyll stockings & high boots; motoring coat with fur collar. Date: 1929

CULOTTES ON CYCLES 1937
Two French ladies cycle into the countryside on their tandem clad in tailored costumes comprised of culottes (divided skirts), a belted blouse or D-B jacket. Date: 1937

MALE TYPE / MEN ABOUT TOWN
Men about town - dressed up for the evening ahead Date: 1927

Fashionable bathing suits of the 1920s
The cover illustration of The Spheres womens section features an array of fashionable outfits. The woman on the right sports an American wasp-stripe bathing suit

Girls Plaid Dress 1930S
A tailored dress for a teenage girl cut in panels to make clever use of the plaid fabric. Worn with a plain fabric Peter Pan collar & geometric belt. Date: 1930s

Man in suit and bowler hat, 1962
A smart gent in a tailored Heptons suit, carrying a cane and wearing a bowler hat. Date: 1962

Christmas card in the shape of a waistcoat
Christmas card in the shape of a pink and white patterned waistcoat. Date: circa 1890s

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Step into the world of timeless elegance with tailored fashion. From flannel trousers in Maenson Clothes' 1930 advertisement to a young woman exuding grace in Ceylon (Sri Lanka), the art of tailoring has always been synonymous with sophistication. Debenham and Freebody's impeccable suit from 1954 captures the essence of refined style, while Peter Robinsons' mens clothing in 1904 showcases their commitment to sartorial excellence. Transport yourself back to the cycling ladies of the 1890s, donning fashionable attire that combines comfort and class. Ascot Crepe's summer suits advertisement invites you to embrace chic ensembles perfect for warm days at social events. Even our furry friends are not left behind as we explore fashions for both humans and greyhounds. Promoting the latest trends is an ongoing endeavor, as seen through Izod's captivating advertisement that captivates with its modernity. Harella coats take center stage in a 1943 advert, emphasizing their smart fit from any angle - proving that attention to detail is key. Immerse yourself in a bygone era as an elegant couple glides across the dance floor, dressed impeccably for an evening affair. Flip through February 1954's page of adverts and discover a treasure trove of style inspiration. Tailored fashion transcends time; it embodies confidence, refinement, and individuality. Whether it be flannel trousers or evening gowns, each garment tells a story woven with craftsmanship and precision.