When
30 September 2024, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Breeches, Bonnets and Bags
Portraits provide a fascinating insight into the changing styles of dress over the centuries. Follow different fashions as revealed in paintings - look at dress and accessories and some of the more ridiculous fashions from the 16th to the 19th century – with a focus on fashion in England. When Sumptuary Laws prescribed what you could wear (depending on your place in society) fashion was a reflection of social standing. While working folk might have longed for a wardrobe of reds, purples and golds, their ‘superiors’ may have envied them their ability to move freely in their clothes without restrictions. Lecture given by Rosalind Whyte.
A reception and opportunity to meet the lecturer follows the reception. More Information can be found at our website.