Moleskin Collection

Fashionable women in cloche hats and fur scarves. Mink scarf with heads and tails 93a, ermine 94, 95, 96, mink 97, moleskin 99, and necktie in beaver and ermine 98

French fashion plate of a cloak from Art Gout Beaute 1912 French fashion plate of a cloak made from moleskin from Art Gout Beaute 1912

Advert for International Fur Store 1923
Exclusive furs of exceptional quality. Date: 1923

68 yr old Harry Francis, is busy trapping moles in the country around Horley, Surrey. He has been doing it for 40 years. Moleskins will be used for utility fur coats

A women wearing a seasonable jacket for winter, with moleskin trimmed with braid and ball tassels. January 1904

Vogue for velvet and fur 1913
Women models wearing the lastest fashionable garments. 1913

Advert for Swan & Edgars womens fur coats 1909
Selection of Edwardian fur coats made from moleskin, fox and squirrel, available at Swan & Edgars department store in Piccadilly and Regent Street, London. 1909

Advert for Debenham & Freebody womens furs 1911
Fashionable womens long fur coats. 1911

A moleskin coat, 1926
Illustration showing a moleskin coat design, 1926. The coat was 45 inches long and was available at The City Fur Store, for a reduced price of 25 guineas

Mole & Chamois Skin Coat
3/4 length coat narrow in the bodice & then flaring from the hip composed of triangular sections of moleskin & chamois leather with a hood, deep fold back cuffs, belt & fur beret

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"Moleskin: A Timeless Fashion Staple Embraced by Women Throughout History" Fashionable women in cloche hats and fur scarves have always exuded an air of sophistication and elegance. In the early 1900s, mink scarves with heads and tails were all the rage, symbolizing opulence and luxury (93a). Ermine fur, known for its snowy white beauty, was also highly coveted during this era (94, 95, 96). As time went on, moleskin emerged as a popular choice among fashion-forward ladies. This versatile fabric found its way into various garments and accessories. A French fashion plate from Art Gout Beaute in 1912 showcased a stunning cloak trimmed with moleskin that undoubtedly turned heads (French fashion plate of a cloak from Art Gout Beaute 1912). The demand for moleskin only grew stronger over the years. An advertisement for International Fur Store in 1923 displayed exquisite fur coats featuring this luxurious material (Advert for International Fur Store 1923). Meanwhile, Harry Francis, a seasoned trapper from Horley, Surrey dedicated his days to capturing these elusive creatures amidst the picturesque countryside at the age of 68 (68 yr old Harry Francis is busy trapping moles in the country around Horley, Surrey). Moleskin's appeal extended beyond outerwear; it also added flair to jackets trimmed with braid – perfect for winter seasons when warmth meets style effortlessly (A woman wearing a seasonable jacket for winter with moleskin trimmed with braid). The trend caught fire across Europe as advertisements by Swan & Edgars and Debenham & Freebody showcased their collection of women's fur coats made even more glamorous by incorporating sumptuous moleskin fabric (Advert for Swan & Edgars women's fur coats 1909) (Advert for Debenham & Freebody women's furs 1911).