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Silk suit by H. B. PopperA coffee-coloured jack and skirt with an olive chiffon headband, by H.B Popper. Date: 1961
Advertisement for Bri-Lon Knitwear by WolseyAn advert for Bri-Lion knitwear by Wolsey for men. Two models wear Bri-Lon sweater-shirts which are apparently much in demand by men who ask for comfort-plus whether at work or play. Date: 1961
Polly Peck advertisementAn advert for Polly Peck fashions, showing a model in a Victoriana striped dress in Rayon Surah. Date: 1961
Knitted sweaters by DiorDior knitted sweaters in a large stitch; they are made in soft giant-ply wool to combine glamour with warmth. The navy sweater on the left is knitted diagonally in a chevron pattern
White pure silk chiffon ball dress by Victor StiebelVictor Stiebels magnificent ball dress of white pure silk chiffon. The high bodice is entirely encrusted with crystals and Wedgewood blue embroidery while a satin sash of the same blue encircles
White pique dress from HorrocksesA white pique dress from Horrockses. The full skirt is supported by a stiffened new petticoat, shoe-string shoulder straps and neckline edging are of narrow fondant pink cotton
Christian Dior shirt dress and matching bikini, 1965Dior-printed silk shirt dress, in poppy-red and white, buttons low, with a red leather whiplash belt. With it, a bikini with widely-set straps and a yard-square headscarf
Sidwall floral trouser suit, 1965A trouser suit with an Edwardian jacket, turquoise shantung silk blouse by Sidwall worn with a yellow hat from Woollands and beige suede shoes from Elliott Narrow Fitting Shops. Date: 1965
Fredrica trouser suit, Marimekko dress, 1965 fashionTrouser suit by Fredrica in linen-textured rayon by Manko covered in stylised flowers scattered lightly on the top, closely massed on the trousers
Printed floral linen suit by Tiktiner of France, 1965Pink, yellow, white chalky flowers on champagne linen blazer suit by Tiktiner of France worn with a cream straw hat by Otto Lucas. Date: 1965
Checked jersey dress from The ShopPhotograph from an article entitled What People are Wearing showing Alexa Sich in a brown and white checked jersey dress from The Shop, and brown and white shoes by Lotus. 1966
1960s Jaeger fashionModel wears a navy, red and emerald green cotton shirtwaister, and pillarbox red leather keyhole gloves from Jaeger. Date: 1966
Courreges fashion, 1961Three outfits by Courreges from 1961. From left (1) coat of double-sided cloth (tan reversing to white) featuring chopped off sleeves, horizontal welt seaming, dropped shoulder line
Selfridges Bathings Outfits Advert, 1927Advert for Selfridges Bathings Outfits Date: 1927
Fashion a L Americian posed by Irene Castle McLaughlin, 1927Fashion a L Americian posed by Irene Castle McLaughlin - the film actress and better known simply as Irene Castle of dancing fame - shows five new fashion outfits Date: 1927
Spring fashions, 1927 - Soulie puts a feather in the cap of spring with smart walking outfits Date: 1927
Babies in knitted clothes, circa 1941A selection of modern knitted baby clothes, to accompany a piece on knitting patterns, circa 1941. Date: c. 1941
Dress of the Future for Women according to Annie FishFive impressions of fashions of the future for women by the illustrator A. H. Fish notable for their imagined masculinity
A pre-Ascot Fashion Meeting at Murrays River ClubA page from the Bystander magazine reporting on a fashion show held at Murrays River Club in Maidenhead where Ascot fashions were modelled in its sylvan setting. Date: 1924
Gamages outfits for women workers on the land, WW1Advertisement for Gamages, the famous Holborn department store, promoting their smart and serviceable outfits for women workers on the land, during the First World War. Date: 1918
Advert for Peter Robinsons practical garmentThe land for the Land. Ideal skirt for gardening, agricultural and general country wear, made in Khaki water proofed dungarine fitted with huge pockets. 1916
Advert for Lillywhites womens sportswear 1937Advertisement for sportswear for womens underwear from Lillywhites including a number of outfits. Pantee trunk for all sports occasions, fitting closely under the lightest materials
Skiing party taking a short cut back to St MoritzTwo women and a man in skiing outfits on a slope, taking a short cut back to St Moritz, Switzerland. Date: 1914
Hyams of Oxford Street, boys outfitters, advertisementAdvertisement 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
The Tatler Guide to Sales - WW1 fashionIllustration marking the fashion section of The Tatler magazine, focusing particularly on the summer sales. Note the wider, flared skirts which had replaced the hobble skirt by 1915. Date: 1915
Burberry for summer sport, 1914Advertisement for Burberrys of London, placed in The Sketch magazines 5 August 1914 issue, showing four outfits suitable for the pursuits of the season from a yachting gown for Cowes to a shooting
Irene CastleIRENE CASTLE (nee FOOTE) Dancer, who, with her husband Vernon Castle were known as Americas Dancing Sweethearts. The pair were incredibly successful and their earnings were high
Mrs Irene CastleIRENE CASTLE (nee FOOTE) Dancer, with her husband Vernon Castle known as Americas Dancing Sweethearts. The pair were incredibly successful and their earnings were high
Harrods outfits for war workers, WW1Advertisement for a practical Dri-Garb outfit of fine khaki twill, tough and weatherproof, and ideal for all types of outdoor war work by women. Date: 1918
Outfit for a Land Girl by BurberryThe latest thing in land dress sketched by Dolores comprising of a tunic and breeches combined, not unlike the tango petticoat of the far-off peace days. Modelled by a purposeful looking land girl
Fashion inspired by Tatler magazine and Eve, WW1A double page spread of fashion sketches showing clothing inspired by Eve, The Tatler magazines fictional gossip columnist drawn by Annie Fish whose popularity extended to her appearing in her own
Short, full skirt & taffeta cape, fashions for 1916A fashion forward outfit comprising of a black and white gown with full skirt worn with a pretty little taffeta cape trimmed with ruches supplemented with an Eve ruffle from Dickins and Jones
Checked Tipperary costume from Paris, womens fashion, WW1A striking outfit of Celtic-inspired checked or tartan material with a cap and cape by Maison Lewis and Maison Dolnillet, a style guaranteed to be popular in both Paris and London in autumn 1914
A widows mourning dress, WW1A becoming widows dress of dull black crepe de chine. The jupe is of black crepe, with an accordion-pleated tunic of crepe de chine
Becoming fashions combined with true economy, WW1A double page spread from The Tatler giving examples of economical outfits which could be purchased in wartime. Extravagant evening dresses are not featured but instead coat frocks
General Haigs daughters in Red Cross dress, WW1The daughters of General and Lady Haig - Alexandra and Victoria dressed in miniature Red Cross outfits during the First World War and posed with a kid goat. Date: 1915
Mourning fashion, WW1An outfit of mourning for a First World War widow. For the widow who prefers the coat and skirt there is a black Aberdare cord. Date: 1915
Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove, London, 1930, showing two bathing outfits Date: 1930
An autumn gown from Madame Barris, 1917An autumn gown of black velvet, the deep tunic trimmed with skunk, from Madame Barri. Date: 1917
Madge Titheradge in The Best of LuckMadge Titheradge (1887-1961) Australian born actress, pictured in a fetching aviator costume for her role in " The Best of Luck" at which opened at Drury Lane in 1916. Date: 1916
First World War dresses, ladies taking afternoon teaTwo ladies take tea together at an outside table under the shade of a parasol. On the left, is a grey and white check taffeta dress with blue hooped bands, pannier pockets and brassard armlet
Lady chauffeur costume from Dunhills, WW1A tailored suit of velvet Persian skin with hat to match for the lady chauffeur obtained from Dunhill s. Date: 1916
Elizabeth Ltd Clothing advertisement, 1918Advertisement for Elizabeth Ltd of South Molton Street, London featuring an illustration of a picturesque old English floral smock - just the thing to wear while bringing in the harvest when the men
Aquascutum tweed tailored suit, 1915A suit of Aquascutum tweed with a short, full skirt becomingly arranged at the back, while on the coat is introduced the new patch pockets available for six and a half guineas
Tailored tartan suit, World War OneA smart tailored suit for ladies with a tartan kilted skirt and cheviot coat from Scott Adie s, of Regent Street, London. According to The Tatler
A ladies tailored suit, World War OneA dashing tailored suit of field-mouse grey velvet trimmed with white fox fur worn with a Puritan style hat and Wellington boots
Burba clothing advertisementAdvertisement for Burba of Berkeley Street, London, ladies tailors. Date: 1927
Two women in pink and mauve outfits. Date: 20th century
