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Coat for the Victorian Gentleman
For a walk in the damp London fog, the Victorian gentleman would dress in a stylish overcoat. In the late 1890s, Victorian men were able to purchase their fall and winter coats from department store mail-order catalogues.
Leisure Clothing for 1867
The extended wardrobe of the well-to-do Victorian gentleman included numerous garments and costumes designed for specific leisure activities. Fashions for bicycles, tourists, shooting, yachting and more.
Braces or Suspenders
Braces, or suspenders, were worn from the end of the eighteenth century to the beginning of the 20th century. Mid-nineteenth century braces were crafted in silk, canvas or velvet with silk or berlin woolwork embroidery.
Top This ... The Story of Top Hats
Vintage clothing enthusiasts can read about vintage and Victorian top hats. |
