Victorian Fashions and Costumes from Harper's Bazar, 1867-1898: 1000 Illustrations (Dover Fashion and Costumes)

I really enjoyed this book. Short simple text and numerous illustrations. The illustrations are in black and white, which may make some miss the detailing on the garment but for me the specifics show through. It not only includes clothing but jewelry,hats, and undergarments as well. A history is given about the major shifts in design and each illustration tells what material was used in the garment. If you are into historical garment sewing you will love this book. Is it worth it ? YES I think the only thing that could make this book better is colored illustrations Oh and the binding, better binding should definitely have been used. Mine is already wrinkling.

This is a book that I purchased to add to my collection of reference materials that I use for Victorian sewing and costume design for a few reasons. First it has a great time span - it includes a wide variety of dress designs and types from the period as indicated on the cover 1867-1898. Also, many of the dress descriptions are original so even though everything is in black and white, you can still get a good sense of the the dress itself for research purposes. On the research note, because of its detail, I love having this book around for inspiration/reference while doing costume design because then I have reproductions of authentic print materials to check against. A must have for costume design book for those interested in the Victorian period.

What would romance writers do without Dover and their marvelous historical books? These books and even era paper dolls are inexpensive, and yet, thorough works that really can put you into the period. This book is stunning. Victorian Fashion from Harper's Bazaar 1867-1898 is definitive book on Victorian fashions, however, while is stunning work, you should buy Full-Color Victorian Fashions from Dover Publishing as well. Together they are everything you need. This book goes in rich detail, just not the dresses but down to hair and accessories. It's broken down into four sections: 1) Bustles and Puff (1867-1874) 2) Natural Forma and Cuirass Body (1875-1882) 3) Return of the Bustle (1883-1890) and 4) Hourglass Figure (1891-1898). The drawings are detailed and cover every aspect of fashion of this era. An absolute must for romance writers of this period. High recommended.

It's said that the invention of a practical sewing machine, which occurred in the 1850's, opened the door to a mania for more complicated clothing. And looking at these engravings, with their typically Victorian meticulous attention to detail (reproduced with clarity and exactness), you have to agree. From the very first pages, uniquely designed hems, unusual decoration, and a generous use of embroidery make their appearance. By 1869, "bustles and puffs," bows and braid, lace and scallops and trailing trains are beginning to weigh down Madame's garments. In the '70's the bustle becomes almost ridiculous (to our eyes) in its complexity, but there's a brief return to the "natural" form, which gives way to the ever-more-pinch-waisted hourglass figure and so much fabric on the derriere that you wonder how women sat down. In the '90's the influence of the art of Charles Dana Gibson is clearly seen. Though these costumes were definitely intended for ladies with both money (to hire professional seamstresses) and leisure, they were no doubt adapted and copied by all levels of womanhood, and certainly the basic shape was followed everywhere. Clothing for all occasions, from the ball to the beach, is included, along with accessories and even coiffures, all with the full original descriptions; most of it is for women, but some pages include children's wear. At the back is a brief but useful glosary of fashion terms of the time. Anyone who has an interest in Victorian costumerie will need this book on the shelf.

This is a book I dip into for pleasure almost as often as for serious research. Rich in detailed descriptions, beautifully illustrated, covering everything from slippers to head-dresses, gorgeous gowns and beautiful lingerie, and such essential accessories as jewelery and fans. There are elements of social history, too, in the attention given to such items as the correct mourning clothes, including those suitable "for elderly ladies". A delight of a book.

So many stunning detail shots, front, side, and back! Tons of accessories, wigs, and hair styles for the time span too. Very helpful for guiding clients through aesthetic choices for Victorian clothing, as well as giving lots of inspiration for how to decorate a standard shape.

Not for the novice seamstress. Patterns must be enlarged on a grid and seam allowances added. But there are a large variety of styles within each category, making it easy to select the right pattern piece or adapt a piece to the style you are looking for. I made a muslin first and made any adjustments on that...but the pattern pieces thAt I used didn't really need any alterations. A must have!

It might not have many descriptions about the items but if you just love the images, get this book. It has full page illustrations and it is so enjoyable just to look through it. It is also a thicker book than i thought it would be, almost 300 pages. So if you want uncolored illustrations of victorian fashion, you'll love this book.

Bellissima raccolta di fashion plates d epoca

La cantidad de grabados que incluye el libro es un gran estudio de la moda durante el final del S. XIX. Estoy encantada con él.

So luv this book - fab sketches in glorious Victorian detail and so many pictures. Luv the hairstyles, wraps, bustle skirts - would’ve luvved to live in 1800’s.

I love victorian era and love the clothing ! I used this book to make myself a few pieces of clothes ! The bokk is well make and the pictures are very neat and clear !

Ich finde dieses Buch sehr interessant und toll , handhand der vielen Bilder der damaligen Mode. Hier wird auch gezeigt Unterwäsche, schuhe und Accessoires.