Kurzbeschreibung
The extravagance and luxury of 1880-1910 come to life in this scrupulously accurate paper doll collection. Two aristocratic figures are accompanied by splendid wardrobes that include a tuxedo, walking suit, motoring costume, yachting outfit, and a Prince Albert coat for the gentleman and a beaded, fur-trimmed evening gown, high-necked visiting dress, walking suit, promenade dress, satin dinner gown, and more for the lady. 16 costumes printed on 8 plates of lightweight stock. Notes.
Synopsis
Although King Edward VII's reign lasted only from 1901 to 1910, the Edwardian period in fashion actually began about 1880, when Victorian influence waned and Edward, Prince of Wales, and his wife, Alexandra, became world fashion leaders. Taking its cue from the royal couple, Edwardian fashion came to mean formality and opulence, and wearing the "correct" clothes on all occasions. Tom Tierney captures the extravagance and luxury of the period in this methodically researched and faithfully executed paper doll collection. Two aristocratic figures are accompanied by splendid wardrobes that include a tuxedo, walking suit, motoring costume, yachting outfit, and a Prince Albert coat for the gentleman, and a beaded, fur-trimmed evening gown, high-necked visiting dress, walking suit, promenade dress, satin dinner gown, and more for the lady. Top hats, straw hats, derbies, and other accessories complete a collection that will thrill costume histonans and designers as much as it will entertain paper doll fans.