Taffetas Collection

Womens lingerie 1932
A selection of lingerie, with lace, crepe-de-Chine of taffetas. Date: 1932

Style dresses in taffetas. Fichu, sleeve and skirt garniture formed of flounces, edged with cered ribbon, corselet belt with back bow of contrasting taffetas 12

King Louis XVI-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Gilt wood pelmet, gourgouran lambrequin and curtains, plush drapes, chair and window. Planche 18. Croisee Loius XVi

Page of fashion adverts - June 1921
Page of four fashion adverts for womenand children's clothing, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, June 1921

Gothic-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Carved wooden pelmet, velvet lambrequin, wool and silk satin curtain, damask wall hangings. Planche 7. Croisee Gothique

New umbrella and parasol designs for 1912. Ombrelles nouveau. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames et des Modes, Aux Bureaux du Journal des Dames, Paris

Woman in floral taffeta dress, silk ottoman, and tulle hat with cockatoo. Robe de taffetas a fleurs et ottoman de soie, chapeau de tulle

Woman in short-sleeved top and white skirt, 1913
Woman in short-sleeved top with embroidered trim and white skirt and stole holding two birds aloft. Robe d interieur. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Woman in silk cashmere dress and velvet jacket with do
Woman in dress of silk cashmere and jacket of wool velvet lined with yellow satin. Pet dog with collar. Robe de cachemire de soie brode au passe

Woman in evening gown of polka-dot linen decorated with lace and roses. Toilette de nuit en linon a pois garnie de dentelle et de petites roses

Woman in yellow taffeta afternoon dress with laced sleeves. Petite robe de taffetas pour l apres-midi. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Woman in striped nightgown with pet parrot. Saut de lit. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Gerda Wegener from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames et des Modes

Rear view of man in travel overcoat by Marcel Lus, hat, pants with turn-ups. gaiters over shoes. Pardessus de voyage par Mr. Marcel Lus

Woman in a large toile skirt, looking afraid of a spider. Jupe de grosse toile. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Gerda Wegener from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames

Seven hats designed by French milliner Arlette Carus. Chapeaux par Arlette Carus. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Eiger from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames et

Woman in travel outfit in front of cherry blossom trees. Costume d excursion. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Armand Vallee from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames

Woman in gaberdine dress with hand-embroidered frills, sitting on a chaise longue. Robe de gabardine a volants brodes a la main

Woman in blue dress with modernist pattern skirt and hat. Robe de serge bleue a volant ecossais. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Woman in a blue pagoda dress with necklaces and pantaloons. Pagode. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Adrien Etienne Drian from Tommaso Antonginis Journal des Dames et

Woman in velvet evening coat with silver silk embroidery. Manteau du soir en velours frappe garni de soie brochee d argent

Woman in embroidered dress of duvetin with otter trim, 1913
Woman in embroidered sheath dress of stained-glass-blue duvetyn twill fabric with otter fur trim and otter muff. Robe de duvetin bleu vitrail brodee au point lance et garnie de loutre

French soprano Mlle Virginie Dejazet as Mimi in the one-act vaudeville Grisettes by Scribe and Dupin at the Gymnase-Dramatique, 1823

Woman in walking dress - chequerboard surah - hand-painted
Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border, straw hat with swan plume

For a Quiet Little Dinner (engraving)
1050919 For a Quiet Little Dinner (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: For a Quiet Little Dinner)

Lady in a Shot Taffeta Dress Trimmed with Lace Playing the Guitar
STC94426 Lady in a Shot Taffeta Dress Trimmed with Lace Playing the Guitar, plate 113 from Galerie des Modes et Costumes Francais

A Handsome Gown in Taffetas (litho)
1598986 A Handsome Gown in Taffetas (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Handsome Gown in Taffetas. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 June 1899)

Cradle - Barcelonette
Barcelonette en acajou, drapee en taffetas. An opulent cradle supported by legs consisting of an eagles head atop a lions foot Date: 1807

Advertisement for Shoolbreds ladies shirts
Advertisement for Shoolbreds ladies tailor-made shirts, made by expert tailors in the mens shirt department. Materials available are spun silk, taffeta silk, spunella

Philadelphia and Elisabeth Wharton, 1640
BAL75825 Philadelphia and Elisabeth Wharton, 1640 by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 162x130 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Flemish, out of copyright

Anne Carr, Countess of Bedford, c. 1638
BAL72727 Anne Carr, Countess of Bedford, c.1638 by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 136.2x109. cm; Petworth House, Sussex, UK; (add.info.: one of Four Countesses series; ); Flemish, out of copyright

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Step back in time to the glamorous world of women's lingerie in 1932. As you flip through the pages of a fashion advert from June 1921, your eyes are drawn to the exquisite taffetas that grace each page. The delicate fabric, known for its crisp texture and luxurious sheen, was a staple in every fashionable woman's wardrobe during this era. Imagine walking into a room adorned with King Louis XVI-style wall hangings from circa 1900. The opulent taffeta curtains billow softly as you make your way towards a Gothic-style wall hanging nearby. The contrast between these two styles perfectly encapsulates the versatility - they can effortlessly transition from regal elegance to dark romanticism. In another corner, you spot new umbrella and parasol designs for 1912 made with vibrant taffeta fabrics. These accessories not only shielded ladies from the sun but also added an element of sophistication to their ensembles. A vision catches your eye - a woman donning a floral taffeta dress paired with silk ottoman and topped off with an ethereal tulle hat. She exudes femininity and grace, showcasing how they are elevate any outfit. Moving forward in time to 1913, you encounter another stylish lady wearing a short-sleeved top and white skirt crafted from this versatile material. Taffetas prove that they are not limited to formal occasions; they seamlessly blend into everyday wear as well. As evening descends upon our journey through fashion history, we meet yet another fashion-forward woman clad in silk cashmere dress and velvet jacket embellished with dainty doilies – both made using sumptuous taffetas. The allure continues as we encounter an enchanting lady draped in an evening gown made of polka-dot linen – her choice of fabric highlighting her playful personality while maintaining timeless elegance. Our exploration concludes on a vibrant note when we encounter a woman in a yellow taffeta afternoon dress.