Skirted Collection

Victorian woman (Polhill-Turner family)
An upper class Victorian woman, probably a member of the Polhill-Turner family of Howbury Hall, Renhold, Bedfordshire. Seen here in a studio photograph, leaning on the back of a chair

Carnaby Street Girl
CARNABY STREET A typical Sixties girl in a white mini-skirted outfit and sunglasses, strolling past the " Aristos" shop on a sunny day

Cartoon, French soldier and his mother, WW1
Cartoon, French soldier and his mother, taking a borzoi and a lapdog for a walk. He says that people will think she is his fiancee

Lady in a ball gown at the English court, 1800. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by
1000878 Lady in a ball gown at the English court, 1800. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

Hester, Getting Up
This oil painting portrays a young lady wearing a green skirted dress, preparing to put on some stockings, with her foot prepared upon the seat of a chair. Date: circa 1923

Pink Tips
A watercolour painting which portrays a dancing woman, wearing a very minimalistic skirted costume and an elaborate headpiece, upon a field of flowers. Date: circa 1919

Lady In A Ball Gown At The English Court, 1800. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

Crinoline by Barbier
La Rose de l Infante: a woman in a wide-skirted crinoline, possibly for a theatrical performance. Date: 1924

Male Costume C16Th
An interpretation of C16th costume: cap with a feather, striped stockings & heeled shoes with roses, skirted doublet & an ermine lined half- gown with hanging sleeves. Date: c16th

DRESSES 1954
Two elegant, pencil-skirted dresses. One has 3/4 length sleeves and gathered detailing at the neck and waist; the other a diagonally buttoned bodice. Date: 1954

Swimwear for the sea and sun 1933
Models wearing three different style woollen swimsuits by Jantzen. Date: 1933

Fashion for golf 1933
Two models wearing clothes suitable for a game of golf. 1933

Chocolate box design, lady in yellow dress
Chocolate box design, featuring a lady in a wide-skirted yellow dress, standing in a winter landscape with a bird perched on her hand. Date: 20th century

Woman wearing short skirted dress with hands on hips and feathers in her hair. Date c1900

Woman wearing large hat and short skirted dress, holding up skirt revealing petticoat. Date c1898

David Wright woman in blue evening dress
Elegant woman in a blue, wide-skirted evening dress, with her arms raised and hands behind her head. David Wright (1912 - 1967), was a popular British artist specialising in glamour

Racial / German Magistrate
A magistrate (left) and a knight (right) 16th century

David Wright woman in a black and red evening dress
Elegant woman with brown hair, wearing a full-skirted black and red patterned evening dress. She is sitting on a couch with a cigarette in her hand

David Wright woman in black and yellow evening dress
Elegant woman with brown hair, wearing a full skirted black and yellow evening dress which is spread around her in a circle. She is holding a black fan

Gladys Cooper trouser skirted
British actress, Gladys Cooper (1888 - 1971), pictured modelling a trouser skirt, divided skirt or culottes for tennis. The look was also pioneered by Spanish tennis player Lili de Alvarez in 1931

Day Dress / Victor Stiebel
Couture design by Victor Stiebel (1907-1976) for a grey wool " neat-skirted" day dress, with a silk surah forming a larged bow attached to the belt on a slim waist

Deux Jolie Toilettes / Summer Series
Two elegantly attired women pose in the latest Parisian summer fashions. Dresses feature the high waisted, full-skirted style typical of the World War One period, and are completed by matching hats

Siege (Olaus Magnus)
A well-protected town, skirted with multiple rows of chain-linked defences and spikes to prevent a frontal attack by cavalry

Englishman of 1790
Though he still wears a wig, a tail-coat has replaced the skirted coat, the waistcoat is shorter, black knee-breeches and stockings are now general

Costume / Girl / Franchomme
Girl wears a red fur or plush hat, buttoned up tunic or skirted jacket with soutache (Russian braid) over her dress, matching cape with blue lining & leather gloves

Eccentric Juvenile Garb
Man: trousers with decorative border on outside leg. Girl: pink print dress, pantalettes & pelerine. Boy: full skirted blue coat, V shaped waist seam & very full sleeves

Racial / India / Guard 1850
Member of the Imperial Guard, Delhi, in a magnificent blue skirted tunic

Costume / Girl / Photo 1860S
Girl: short dress with full skirted & 3 narrow flounces, puffed sleeves, bodice low & off the shoulders, belt & lacy drawers. Hair: chignon & hair net

COTE D AZUR STYLE 1915
Fashion panarama showing the variety of styles available during 1915. Amongst the full- skirted creations are gowns with low backs & long narrow skirts with trains

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"Skirted: A Journey through Fashion and Time" Step into the world of fashion as we explore the captivating history of skirts. From Victorian women in their elegant gowns to the rebellious Carnaby Street girls, these skirted ensembles have left an indelible mark on our sartorial heritage. The Polhill-Turner family's Victorian woman gracefully glides through time, her crinoline dress swaying with every step. Meanwhile, a Cartoon depicts a French soldier bidding farewell to his mother during WW1, both adorned in traditional attire that includes skirts. Returning to Carnaby Street, we encounter another spirited girl embracing freedom and self-expression through her vibrant skirted ensemble. Hester rises from bed in "Getting Up, " showcasing how even morning routines can be transformed into fashionable moments. Barbier's illustration titled "Crinoline" captures the essence of this iconic silhouette, while Male Costumes from the 16th century remind us that men too once embraced skirts as part of their wardrobe. DRESSES 1954 showcases timeless elegance with its array of sophisticated designs for women. Swimwear for sea and sun in 1933 reveals how even beachside fashion incorporated skirts for a touch of femininity amidst playful waves. Golf enthusiasts find themselves stylishly attired with fashionable golf wear from 1933 - proving that sports attire can be both functional and chic. And who could resist the allure of a lady dressed in yellow on a chocolate box design? Her dress exudes charm and sweetness just like the delectable treats within. Skirts have always been more than mere garments; they are symbols of culture, expression, and individuality throughout history. So let us celebrate these skirted wonders that continue to inspire designers and captivate hearts across generations.