近代英国服饰.ppt

BRITISH COSTUME Mans Day Clothes about 1738 This gentleman wears a smart summer suit, with the coat more tightly fitting than at the end of the 17th century. It is made of plain cloth embroidered on edges and pockets, which are raised to hip level. The waistcoat is plain and the breeches are tighter and fasten below the knee. The shirt is frilled at the cuff and around the neck is a knotted muslin or lace cravat. He wears his own hair. For formal occasions a powdered wig tied back with a bow would be worn and his coat and waistcoat would be of patterned silks. Ladys Day Dress about 1750 This lady wears a ‘sackback dress developed from the flowing undress gowns of 17th century. Beneath are a stiff corset and cane side hoops supporting the skirts. The frills of her shift show at the neck, veiled in a muslin kerchief and at the opening of her wing-like cuffs, which are typical of the 1750s. She wears a round muslin cap, the central pleat recalling the ‘fontange (1690 - 1710). For formal dress she would wear richly brocaded or embroidered silks. ? Mans Day Clothes about 1770 This gentleman wears a plain coat, tightly fitting and cut away, forming curving tails. The waistcoat is shortened to just below the waist and the breeches are longer and tighter than before. His coat has a band collar and he wears a rather stiff stock instead of a cravat. He wears his own hair, but for formal occasions he would have a powdered wig, dressed high and tied at the back. Embroidery and trimming were no longer fashionable except for formal wear Ladys Day Dress about 1780 This dress is typical of the simple countrified styles which became fashionable towards the end of the century. It is a riding coat, modelled on a mans coat. The waist has become shorter and the bosom is padded by a muslin buffon neckerchief and the hips by a false rump. The hair is dressed in a mass of loose curls and the lady wears a huge hat inspired by a mid-17th century riding hat. Woollen cloth, cotton and