Dressing Up Collection (page 8)

Yellow teddy bear with red bow tie, close up

A Woman Dressing a Girl for a the Kabuki Dance Musume Dojoji... ca. 1795-96
A Woman Dressing a Girl for a the Kabuki Dance " Musume Dojoji, " with " Brother Picture" (E-kyodai) of a Monkey Trainer, ca. 1795-96

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Powder splashing on woman in mid-air wearing dress

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Woman floating in futuristic sky

Illustration For Edgar Allan Poes Hop Frog
A young woman lies at the feet of a court jester after the king, sitting at a banquet table with his ministers, has thrown a goblet of wine in her face

Tools Of The Trade
circa 1914: These props belong to the master of comedy in the silent film era, Sir Charles Spencer Chaplin (1889 - 1977), the English film actor and director

Fashionable woman in stockings sitting on chaise longue, (B&W), portrait

Woman in silk evening gown sitting by vanity table, showing leg, (B&W)

Glamorous woman in evening gown adjusting stockings, portrait, (B&W)

Chorus girl dancing in studio, (B&W)

Woman in underwear posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Young boy and girl sitting on sofa, imitating married couple

Mystery Play
circa 1953: The backview of an audience watching a mystery play performed out of doors. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5758 - Mystery Plays On A Cart - unpub

Anna Pavlova
circa 1910: Ballerina Anna Pavlova (1885 - 1931) in costume for the ballet, Rondino. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Pucini Pooches
circa 1956: This handsome couple are decked out for the opera. He wears a tux with shirt front and dickie bow while she wears a little gold brocade number with a velvet collar

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A float at Chichester Gala, 2 July 1963
Roadworks float ready for the Gala Chichester Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS 1842/19

Kingsham Schools Christmas play, 10 December 1961
A scene from Snow White and the Seven Dwarves Chichester Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS 0795/13

Halloween Kids Night Out
A vector silhouette illustration of children trick or treating dressed in costumes including a lion, grim reaper, goblin, punk, and princess

Making monster masks for the New Orleans Carnival
Vintage engraving of people making monster masks for the New Orleans Carnival, 19th Century

Carnival Group, New Orleans, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Carnival Group, New Orleans, 19th Century

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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.