Tailoring Collection (page 5)

Singer Sewing Machine - Tailors Machine model 31K15. 1932

Robin Steadman in dandyish 1960s jacket
Robin Steadman, hair stylist at The House of Leonard in Grosvenor Street, London wearing a tweed jacket that he had made to measure at John Stephen Custom Built Clothes in Carnaby Street

Old man in shabby suit
An old man in a shabby suit leans (perhaps unwittingly) against an advertisement for Burton tailoring: Let Burton Dress You

Men dress (18th c. ). SPAIN. Barcelona. Textile
Men dress (18th c.). SPAIN. Barcelona. Textile and Clothing Museum

Balenciaga outfit, 1960
A coat, jacket and skirt by Balenciaga displaying the cllllean tailoring and functional lines of his designs from this period

Selfridges, London - Tailoring Section
Selfridges & Co, Oxford Street, London - Tailoring Section. Founded by American-born retail magnate Harry Gordon Selfridge (1858 - 1947), the Flagship store in Oxford Street was opened in 1909

Resisto poster
Advertising poster for Resisto mens tailored shirts which two dapper chaps admiring the craftsmanship and fine finishing in a blue, striped Resisto shirt

Town Ulster Coat 1913
A bowler hatted businessman in a double- breasted coat with velvet collar described as a Town Ulster - but unlike the Ulster has no cape. His narrow trousers have turn-ups

Letterhead design - Stephen Naylor, Tailor, Wisbech
Letterhead design - Stephen Naylor, Tailor, Clothier and Hatter, Church Gates, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. 19th century

Highbury Truant School, London - Tailoring Class
A tailoring class at the London School Boards Highbury Truant School. Some boys are using sewing machines. Date: early 1900s

The Tailor Maid by Reginald Higgins
Illustration showing a young woman sewing a suit while a male admirer gazes lovingly into her eyes. Date: 1926

Advertisement for British Tailoring and Repairing, WW1
Advertisement for British Tailoring and Repairing, advising on the economies of repairing or renovating old clothes during wartime. Date: 1917

Kay Snap - Mr Cotton the Draper. 1930s

Cartoon, tailoring for actors, J L Toole
Cartoon, tailoring for actors -- Actors pieces may be made up nowadays with every consideration to peculiarity of figure. (This cartoon is not intended to apply to anybody in particular)

Cheery Families - Mr Trim the Tailor. 1890s

Savoy Taylors Guild, London -- invoice and receipt for cleaning a two-piece suit. 1927

TAILOR 1827
A tailor cuts a piece of fabric with scissors while his two female employees take a customers measurements in the background. Date: 1827

Savile Place, London
A fashionable young woman walks down an alleyway towards Stovel and Mason, Savile Place, near Savile Plac, Mayfair, renowned for its tailoring. Date: early 1930s

Striped coat from Jays, 1939
A striped coat emphasising the fashionable silhouette of 1939 from Jays of Regent Street. Date: 1939

Photo of ladies shooting costumes in the Tatler
Black and white photographs titled Smart and Suitable suits for sportswomen under the headline The Humorous Side of Sport in the Tatler of 1st December 1909

Islington Technical Home - Tailoring Shop
Boys at work in the tailoring workshop at the Islington Technical Home. One is using a sewing machine. The home was run by the Waifs and Strays Society. Date: circa 1907

Darenth Schools, Kent - Tailoring
Inmates sit cross-legged in the tailoring department of the Darenth Schools, near Dartford, Kent. The Schools were opened in 1878 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board as a residential institution for

Utility coats for mother and daughter, 1947
A Harella coat - a Utility model - in brown and beige broad herringbone tweed cut on classic lines with a belted back from Dickins and Jones. The little girl is wearing a Berkeley Utility model

From khaki to civvies, end of WW1
A tailor measures a demobbed soldier for civilian clothes after his return from the Great War. Date: 1919

Silhouette advertisement for Tailor Gowns, Paris
Silhouette advertisement for Tailor Gowns by H.L. Oakley, showing a stylised view of the Place Vendome, Paris

Advertisement for Fenwick tailoring
Advertisement for Fenwick ladies tailoring department, , with a silhouette of tailors at work by H.L. Oakley. Tailor gowns to order, twelve and a half guineas (just over thirteen pounds)

Rothmans Harness Team
Rothmans of Pall Mall harness team Pell and Mell ready to leave their mews stables for prestige deliveries. Photo taken mid 1980s. Date: circa mid 1980s

Hyams of Oxford Street, boys outfitters, advertisement
Advertisement for Hyams of Oxford Street, Leeds, Birmingham and Wolverhampton, one of the oldest established houses for boys tailoring and outfitting, providing first class goods at moderate prices

Mrs Irene Castle
IRENE CASTLE (nee FOOTE) Dancer, with her husband Vernon Castle known as Americas Dancing Sweethearts. The pair were incredibly successful and their earnings were high

No Objection Taken - womens war work, 1916
A page of sketches of mans work the men want the women to want, a humorous (and slightly chauvinistic) comment on the traditionally male jobs taken by women during the First World War. 1916

Advert for Moss Bros evening wear 1933
Evening wear at Moss Bros you can quickly obtain at moderate cost and with an absolute assurance of quality, perfect fitting tails or dinner suits with all accessories. 1933

The Very Last Words in the Story of Fashion, 1915
The latest Parisian fashions copied by London shops showing examples of typical styles from the World War One era - high collars, circular skirts

French tailor fitting John Bull with a Jean Debry 1799
A French revolutionary tailor fitting John Bull with a Jean Debry (or de Bry) coat, in 1799, named after the President of the National Convention in revolutionary France

Advertisement for Burberry weatherproof clothes, showing a young woman leaning against a country wall in a jacket and long skirt described as a shooting gown

Rooftop Tailors
Tailors working on a roof during a heat wave, cutting and sewing cloth for suits, Regent Street, London, England. Date: early 1930s

Tailors Working Outdoors
Tailors working on a roof during a heat wave, cutting and sewing cloth for suits, Regent Street, London, England. Date: early 1930s

AD: TAILORING, c1898. Uncle Sam is expanding and so is E.E. Strauss & Co.s business in high art tailoring. Advertising poster with Uncle Sam with one foot in the Philippines

Princess Louise and the Marquis of Lorne, 1871 (engraving)
XJF867951 Princess Louise and the Marquis of Lorne, 1871 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

I wyl were, I cannot tell what, c. 1542 (woodcut)
XJF862514 " I wyl were, I cannot tell what", c.1542 (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I will weara I cannot tell what.); English, out of copyright

Woman wearing the trousers
" What material would you like for your trousers, Sir?" " Oh! The same as my Wife s." !! A comment on a strong woman, most definitely wearing the trousers in this relationship

Regimental Tailor at a country show - displaying uniforms made for the Royal Gloucestershire Hussars. Date: circa 1910

London Home for Boys, Stepney Causeway. This was home for 300 deprived orphans and homeless boys from the streets of London

Male dress (second half 18th c. ). SPAIN. Barcelona
Male dress (second half 18th c.). SPAIN. Barcelona. Textile and Clothing Museum

Womens dress embroidered with leaf decorations and inlaid with precious stones (late 18th c.). SPAIN. Barcelona. Textile and Clothing Museum

Tailoring Workshop at Merxplas Labour Colony, Belgium

Tailoring. Poster promoting occupations related to tailoring, such as cutter, fitter, tailor, salesman, inspector, sponger, presser, clothing factor worker, showing a swatch of cloth. Date 1937

Indian Street Tailors
Indian street tailors with their sewing machines. Date: 1930s

Marwari Tailors, India - Manufacture Clothing Fabric
India - Manufacture of Clothing Fabric - Marwari Tailors. Marwaris are a Rajasthani people (an Indo-Aryan ethnic group), who inhabit the Rajasthan region of India. Date: 1904

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"Mastering the Art of Tailoring: A Journey Through Time" Step into the world of tailoring, where craftsmanship and precision intertwine with creativity and style. From ancient times to modern days, tailors have been shaping fabrics to perfection, creating garments that tell stories. In William Hogarth's "A Rake's Progress, " we catch a glimpse of a tailor's tools - scissors poised for cutting, needles ready to stitch, and is a reminder that these instruments are not mere objects but extensions of an artisan's skillful hands. Fast forward to the 1920s, Mortimer L Menpes captures the essence of a tailor at work. The atmosphere in his painting exudes dedication and attention to detail as he meticulously measures and cuts fabric. During World War I, British military uniforms took center stage in advertising posters. The tailored uniform became more than just clothing; it symbolized honor and patriotism. Enter a bustling workshop filled with busy tailors diligently working on their craft. In this vibrant scene from the 18th century France, we witness the camaraderie among artisans who share their expertise while stitching together exquisite garments. Travel back further in time to 1647 when broadsides depicted skilled tailors showcasing their artistry. These visual representations highlight how tailoring has always been valued throughout history. The year is now 1890; step inside another workshop where Mr Tape reigns supreme as master tailor. His steady hand guides each stitch with precision and finesse – an embodiment of timeless elegance. Daks advertisement from 1953 showcases how bespoke tailoring evolved over time while maintaining its classic charm. Attention to detail remains paramount as Welsh & Jefferies continue this tradition in their Eton High Street shop today. Finally, Chas Baker & Co Stores Limited advertises its commitment to quality attire for gentlemen across London—a testament to how tailoring continues to shape fashion trends even in contemporary society.