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American (U.S.)

Growth and Change in the Colonies – Discussions about men’s and women’s clothing styles in the Colonies between 1675 and 1775.  Includes a number of illustrations and links to other examples.

The Revolution and the New Republic – Discussion of men’s and women’s clothing styles in the U. S. between 1775 and 1800.  Many illustrations and includes hair styles and head gear.

Pennsylvania to the Revolution (1681 – 1775) – Discussion of the early history of Pennsylvania and sections outlining the costumes of Quaker men and women in the year 1682.

Interactive Clothing Descriptions – For a fun time, try the interactive links on the “For Kids” page.  Describes many articles of clothing in use in the U.S. from 1700 to 1900.

Children

Examples of Early American Children’s Clothing – Several examples of early American clothing from the period between 1760 and 1900.

English

English Costumes of the 18th Century – Presented in three sections; 1700 – 1735, 1735 – 1770 and 1770 – 1800.  From an English text published 1931.

French

French Fashions 1700 – 1789 – A good number of illustrations are included.  From a book published 1876.

Vintage Garments

Vintage Garments For Sale – See (and purchase) actual garments from the 18th century to the present.  If not buying, a great reference.

Download Annotated Patterns – four annotated PDF patterns of outstanding robes and waistcoats by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Miscellaneous

Fashion Timeline – an interesting timeline of fashion events and personalities.

Fashion Timeline – a brief timeline of clothing styles and trends from the beginning through the ’70s.

Pictorial of Fashion – Ancient Egypt through the ’60s & ’70s.