Dressing Up Collection (page 4)

Like Grandmamma (engraving)
1059746 Like Grandmamma (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Like Grandmamma. Illustration for The Graphic)

Express Messenger, Victorian Mask (chromolitho)
983025 Express Messenger, Victorian Mask (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Express Messenger)

St Helens show at Sherdley Park, St Helen, Merseyside. Pictured, the youngest rider of the day was undoubtedly 15 month old Paul Hugham, who was astride Hansel for the fancy dress contest. July 1973

A hundred years of railway history was paraded before the Duke and Duchess of York at Darlington, when locomotives, rolling stock

The "Aga Khan"in the stocks with attendants. Lowestoft, Suffolk. July 1930
The " Aga Khan" in the stocks with attendants. Lowestoft, Suffolk. July 1930

John Noakes dressed as Henry VIII during the filming of Blue Peter. Left to right, Peter Purves, John Noakes dressed as Henry VIII and Val Singleton. 5th November 1969

Landladies at the seaside resort Skegness who are taking part in a show put on by the Skegness Hoteliers Assocation. They are known locally as the " Heavy Brigade"

Wimbledon Tennis Championships. 1954. Picture shows Mrs V Hurditch, lines woman, in the game between Miss M. Harrison (Great Britain) and Miss J Bradley. (USA) Picture taken 24th June 1954

Sonning Festival. Sonning, Berkshire. June 1976

Sonning Festival. Sonning High Street, Berkshire. June 1976

Three witches from Brockholes Junior and Infants School, alias headteacher Sue Rothery (Centre) with Alexis Wright, six, (left) and Gemma Tipling, eight

Children and staff at Linthwaite Church School dressed up as their favourite childrens book characters to mark the end of the schools book week

Children and adults dressed up for a Halloween party, Westcote Road, Reading. 31st October 1990

Children trick or treating in aid of the Intensive Care Unit, Royal Berkshire Hospital. 31st October 1995

It a stick-up ? by a realistic looking bunch from Almondbury at a Cowboys and Indians Fun-Day for beaver scouts. The menacing six are (from left) Dale Sidebottom, Adam Shaw, Adam Schofield

Children from Netherton playgroups lined up for an Easter bonnet parade in a full morning of events including games and singing

Meet the Two Degrees, otherwise known as (LEFT) Cyrille Regis and (RIGHT) Dave Bennett--the Coventry City answer to Hoddle and Waddle

Boxing Day Dip in Redcar, 26th December 1994

Worzel Gummidge, Billy Bunter and Madonna helped raise cash for the Examiner Bodyscanner Appeal. Class 3W of Honley Junior School paid for the privilege of going to school in fancy dress

The 2nd Holme Valley Brownies made their combined Halloween and Guy Fawkes party an extra special night when they presented a cheque for £ 53 for the Bodyscanner Appeal to Examiner promotions

Childrens Halloween party at Willows Centre. October 1994

Joanna Marsay, 9 years old, joins in the fun at The Botanic Centre during Halloween Day. She is pictured with Dracula - Francis Hayes, a volunteer at the Centre. 31st October 1993

Children dressed up for Halloween. 19th October 1992

Mrs Margaret Bowe, a member of the Billingham Carnival Association, dressed as a witch making turnip lanterns for the traditional Halloween party in Billingham. 30th October 1987

The red Indians are on the march again... or at least members of the 1st Holme Valley Torchlight Procession at the weekend

Miss Examiner Tracy O Hehir judged the floats and fancy dress when Golcar Royal British Legion Club celebrated its diamond jubilee with a parade and carnival

Lots of faffen and lots of fuffen made a Clifton fair a sure success, and obviously having a good time at the event are youngsters from Clifton Pre-School Playgroup and Mothers

Holme Valley Torchlight Procession. There were nearly 60 entries for this years procession, including majorettes, brownies, cubs, guides, scouts and brass bands

All dressed up for the St Barnabas Church, Crosland Moor old-time music hall show - (from left) Samantha Langrick, John Caldwell and Tracey Gannon

Enjoying the fun of Denby Dale Carnival is "farmers wife"
Enjoying the fun of Denby Dale Carnival is " farmers wife" Jemma Sargeson - with some of the young " chicks" from Gilthwaites First School

Stockton Mayor Ken Craggs sets off the Thornaby Impasse centre members on their third annual fun run, members are dressed as Robin Hood and his merry men. 28th August 1986

Youngsters at Brockholes Junior and Infants School staged their version of the story of Pinocchio for parents and local elderly people

Lepton C of E First School. Staff and pupils wore the traditional clothes of the Victorian period as part of the schools 130th anniversary

Washing away the grime of "Old England"is Lepton C of E First School
Washing away the grime of " Old England" is Lepton C of E First School non-teaching assistant Charlotte Squire. The Victorian " urchins" coming in for a clean-up are

The Dragon from St Marys school, Grassendale comes under the eye of the Lord Mayor as they march past the salute at Garston Carnival. Garston is a district of Liverpool, Merseyside. 23rd June 1979

The British Steel Gala, Teesside. One of the floats at the Gala with adults and children dressed in costumes. 4th July 1993

The British Steel Gala, Teesside. One of the floats at the Gala with a display of a South Bank Coke Ovens Tramway. 4th July 1993

Children in traditional clothing at Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Allen holds up the busmen having their snack near his home, after all, they are eating cake. February 1953 D972-001

Animals - Horses: Horse called boy George. September 1984 P001903

These Lepton Children enjoy a "Super Hero"story read to them by library
These Lepton Children enjoy a " Super Hero" story read to them by library assistants Peggy Selway, Mary Longshaw and Margaret Hobson

Doffing their caps to the ugly duckling of Longroyd Junior School are Ashley Wormald, left, and Adrian Teale. He plays Peter and Ashley has the title role in the schools latest musical

Dick Whittington and his faithful cat strolled into Huddersfield this week - for Royds Hall High Schools annual pantomime

Meet Pinocchio, Red Riding Hood and Robin Hood who are helping children at an Elland school to have a fairy-tale week. Stephanie Murgatroyd

Jonathan Plant and James Henshaw donned policemen helmets for a sponsored build-a-brick event organised by Quarry Hill Playgroup and Mothers and Toddlers

It looked like a scene from Dickens as these youngsters made their way to school in Coventry. But although they were dressed in the style of 1875

Three year oild Nina Grant seen here playing with christmas decorations December 1954 Neg No E8795

Two of the performing parrots at the Windsor Safari Park were feeling a little poorly. So Melanie Jane Marshall whose parents work at the park, put on her nurses uniform and went to see them

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Dressing up is an art form, a way to transport ourselves into magical realms and embody captivating characters. Just like Prima Ballerina Anna Pavlova, who gracefully twirled across the stage in her exquisite costumes, we too can embrace the elegance and grace of the Russian Ballet. From Pavlova's enchanting performance in Giselle to Nijinsky's mesmerizing portrayal of The Faun, costume design has always played a pivotal role in bringing these timeless stories to life. But dressing up isn't limited to ballet alone; it allows us to explore endless possibilities. Imagine being a Court Jester, dressed in vibrant red and blue with bells jingling as you step forward, ready to entertain all with your playful antics. Or perhaps channeling your inner fox, donning a dapper suit and top hat that exudes charm and wit. Whether you're a professional dancer or simply indulging in fancy dress for fun, there's something truly magical about transforming yourself through clothing. Each outfit becomes an opportunity for self-expression and creativity – from whimsical fairytales brought alive by ballet dancers on stage to extravagant parties where everyone embraces their alter ego. So let us celebrate the joy of dressing up. Let our imaginations run wild as we slip into fantastical ensembles that transport us beyond our everyday lives. Whether it's donning tutus or elaborate costumes reminiscent of Bakst's designs for the Ballets Russes or even just adding some sparkle and glamour to our everyday attire – let us revel in the magic that comes with embracing different personas through fashion. In this world where anything is possible when we dress up, let us dance like ballerinas with grace and poise while also enjoying moments of pure silliness as court jesters or sly foxes. So go ahead – put on that fancy dress and unleash your inner performer.