Pleated Collection (page 5)

Picture of a short Watteau sacque worn over a petticoat, c1750-1800, 1903, (1937)
Picture of a short Watteau sacque worn over a petticoat to match and trimmed with ruchings of the same, c1750-1800, 1903, (1937)

Fashion doll in taffeta Watteau sacque with hooped petticoat, c1750-1800, (1937) Creator
This fashion doll is dressed in a Watteau sacque of taffeta (a white ground with cross-bar lines of red) over a hooped petticoat of the same trimmed with a pinked flounce, c1750-1800, (1937)

Captain G C Paynter, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Captain G C Paynter, 1911. Portrait of a British army officer in uniform. From " British Sports and Sportsmen: Racing Coursing and Steeplechasing", Part II, edited by William Scarth Dixon

Saint Dorothy with basket of flowers, c1520, (1943). Creator: Matthias Gruenewald
Saint Dorothy with basket of flowers, c1520, (1943). Drawing in the Kupferstichkabinett, Staatliche Museen, Berlin. From " Europaische Handzeichnungen"

French national costume, late 19th century. Creator: Daniel Urrabieta Vierge
French national costume, late 19th century. Examples of traditional costume from different areas of France

Lady Roberts, c1870s, (1901). Creator: Maull & Fox
Lady Roberts, c1870s, (1901). Portrait of Lady Isabella Roberts (died 1882), mother of British army officer Frederick Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol

Mrs. Willett, 1774, (1934). Creator: Nathaniel Dance
Mrs. Willett, 1774, (1934). Portrait of a woman in pleated cap and black lace. From " The Connoisseur", Vol 93, No 389, January 1934. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1934]

Portrait of Nadezhda Ivanovna Dubovitska, 1809, (1965). Creator: Vladimir Borovikovsky
Portrait of Nadezhda Ivanovna Dubovitska, 1809, (1965). Russian lady wearing a lace bonnet decorated with ribbons, empire line gown with puffed sleeves, and a red shawl

Latest Paris Fashions, 1881. Creator: Unknown
Latest Paris Fashions, 1881. 19th century fashion illustration, showing dresses with tight bodices, frilled and pleated skirts, and an evening gown with a train. From The Queen, 5 March 1881

Boudoir Circulaire - Studio Des Trois Quartiers - Athelia, 1933. Advertisement for the Athelia furniture showroom at Studio Des Trois Quartiers, Boulevard de la Madeleine, Paris

Male dress, 16th century, (1910). Example of mens dress showing the hanging sleeve. He is armed with sword and buckler (shield). His flat cap hangs upon his shoulder by a cord

Woman in cycling dress, American, c1900. Display card showing a ladies cycling costume with accordion-pleated divided skirt and side-buttoning gaiters, made by Gosta Kraemer, New York

Chanel tweed suit, 1929
A black and white tweed suit in Chanels inimitable manner, with fitted hips and pleated skirt. A narrow belt marks the waist line of the white gilet. Date: 1929

Blonde Pin-Up 1 / Colour
Fifties blonde bombshell, in a strapless accordian pleated chemise, kneels demurely on a chiffon sheet

French Fashion Mid 1920S
Two-piece dress: pleated short skirt & tunic or blouse with high shirt style collar & tie & a belt buckled at the hips. Also stockings with clocks, court shoes & a cloche hat. Date: mid 1920s

Fashions by Dior and Worth
In the background is a two-piece by Dior of silk shantung dyed to a mandarin colour. The pleated skirt is mounted on a chemise top and worn with a sleeveless bodice trimmed with matching bows

Music room by Oliver Hill, in tones of beige, brown and dull gold. Date: 1933

Suffragette Votes for Women Inkwell
A Royal Doulton inkwell in the form of a bald, chubby-faced baby wearing a dress with wide pleated sleeves. Made in stoneware in Doulton browns and greens, with a decorative border round the base

Advert for Gor-ray Koneray pleated skirts 1950
Give her a lovely NEW Gor-ray pleated skirt. With its permanised knife-edge into sheath-fitting, single material over the hips, it is the most flattering of all skirts. 1950

Brittany, France - two men in traditional costume. Date: circa 1910s

Three ladies in evening dresses by Paul Poiret and Beer
Three fashionable ladies in evening dresses. On the left, violet, gold and black with a pleated crepe de chine hem, and a large gold fan, by Paul Poiret

Kathleen McKane and Suzanne Lenglen, tennis players
Scenes from a Wimbledon tennis match between the top players, Miss Kathleen McKane and Mlle Suzanne Lenglen, representing England and France respectively

Suits & Dresses 1935
Stylish & unusal details enliven these dresses & suits. Some features include a 3- piece suit, jabot, pleated cape sleeves, over-stitching, patch pockets & angular panels

Frilly Pink Frock 1906
A fashionable Parisian in a pink gown with a translucent yoke & floral corsage & a flowing skirt, fitted at the hips & cascading to a pleated flounce with embroidered roses

Theatre Robe & Coat 1913
High-waisted clinging gown: finely pleated & ornamented with geometric designs, short tunic with a V -neck trimmed with pearls; voluminous coat in a bold floral print

Egypt, Assiut, pleated linen tunic belonged to Nakhti
Egyptian civilization, Middle Kingdom. Pleated linen tunic belonged to Nakhti, found folded in the shape of a package near the mummy in his tomb at Assiut

Miss Gabrielle Ray - Edwardian Singer and Actress
Miss Gabrielle Ray (1883-1973) - Edwardian Singer, Actress and Dancer. A fabulous Beagles postcard with a striking gold gilt background. Date: circa 1910s

Advert for Gorringes womens frocks 1927
Inexpensive womens frocks just below the knee with drop waists. 1927

School costumes for girls 1909
Schoolgirls autumn clothing, (left) single breasted jacket with pleated skirt of serge, (middle) smart three quarter length single breasted striped coat with black trim and collar and pleated skirt

Fashion by Gordon Conway: Paris prefers two trains
A dress of black silk tulle with a train that springs from the upper pleated flounce. The corsage is cut square at the front and high at the back; it is trimmed with moire ribbon

Beauty and the Beast 1912
Front cover of Femina magazine, showing an elegant women wearing cartwheel hat, white cotton dress with high waist, sash belt, pleated yoke, and embroidered hem, with white elbow length gloves

The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Pumps
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Pumps the Milkmans Daughter. circa 1910

Fashion illustration, woman in an elegant dress. 1878

Elegant dresses 1912
Elegant afternoon, walking and tennis tunic dresses, with intricate designs and cocked floral and feathered hats, created by Zimmermann. Date: 1912

Beach Wear 1940s
Womens beach wear crop top, playsuit shorts for the 1940s. Date: 1940s

Dresses by Marcel Rochas fashions 1930
Dresses by Marcel Rochas fashions, showing three elegant women in leisurewear at the Lido. 1930

Dresses by Jane Regny fashions 1930
Dresses by Jane Regny fashions, showing two elegant women in patterned dresses. 1930

Advertisement for Lenief fashions, showing two elegant women on the Croisette in Cannes. 1929

French fisherwoman in traditional dress
French fisherwoman in traditional costume, holding a large rolled up fishing net. circa 1910s

Tunic frock and tweed suit 1909
Woman wearing tunic frock in abinthe coloured cloth, embroidered in thick silk, Merry Widow hat with plumes and holding parasol. French grey tweed jacket, braided in black and pleated skirt. 1909

Studio portrait, couple with terrier dog. Date: circa 1910s

Newest tailor-mades 1914
Fashionable womens tailored clothing in 1914. 1914

Two women wearing tailored suits 1909
In chasseur green serge, braided in black. The coat is cut to the shape of the tunic-kilted skirt. The second costume is carried out in Mulberry cloth, with revers and buttons of black satin. 1909

Girls Dresses 1920S / 30S
Two neat dresses for todays schoolgirl. The one on the left is in pinky beige, with metal buttons. The one on the right is harebell blue, also trimmed with metal buttons

Model with Fox Terrier
Military style tunic in lime green with epaulettes & button detail worn with a box-pleated skirt in pale lime & bottle green & a tiny hat with veil. N.B Wire haired fox terrier. Date: late 1930s

Worth Blouse 1930S
An Afternoon-into-Evening blouse by Worth in finely pleated black chiffon with full sleeves terminating in deep red suede cuffs with pailette (sequin) embroidery Date: 1930s

Advert for Wilson & Gill womens mesh chain bag & purse 1913
Choice of gold or silver fine chain pleated mesh bags & purses with ball clasp. 1913

Polonaise Dresses 1882
Polonaise dresses: cross-over bodice, horizontal drapery & loosely pleated skirt with tucks & bow; bodice with velvet collar & cuffs & plaid under-skirt. Date: 1882

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"Pleated: A Timeless Elegance Unveiled" Step into the enchanting world of pleats, where grace and beauty intertwine like a Russian ballet dancer's delicate movements. Just like Anna Pavlova effortlessly gliding across the stage, pleats add an ethereal touch to any ensemble. Intrigued by this timeless technique? Look no further than Cadbury's Golden Key advertisement, where a luscious chocolate bar is wrapped in a golden foil reminiscent of perfectly pleated fabric. Indulge your senses with both sweetness and style. Strolling down Kings Road, two women exude sophistication in their pleated attire. The rhythmic folds create movement as they walk, catching the eye of passersby who can't help but admire their impeccable fashion choices. As winter chills embrace us, imagine warming your bum by a crackling fire while donning cozy pleated trousers inspired by Cossack fashion from 1820. Embrace comfort without compromising on style – it's the perfect blend for those chilly evenings at home. For those seeking glamour beyond compare, Victor Stiebel's ballgown showcases intricate pleating that transforms any woman into an enchanting vision. Be prepared to turn heads as you glide through grand halls with confidence and poise. Dressed to kill in 1912 meant embracing every detail of elegance – including finely crafted pleats that added depth and texture to exquisite garments. Step back in time and experience the allure of an era when dressing was an art form itself. The allure of Cadbury's Golden Key advertisement strikes again. This time showcasing how even everyday wear can be elevated with carefully placed pleats – accentuating feminine curves while maintaining comfort throughout the day. Inspired by Poiret dresses that revolutionized female fashion during early 20th century Paris, discover how flowing fabrics adorned with precise pleating celebrate femininity in its purest form.