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Bloomers are back: A successful attempt at reclaiming feminist fashion?

Bloomers are back: A successful attempt at reclaiming feminist fashion?

An exploration of bloomers as a feminist symbol and their role in fashion today
King George vs Lady Gaga: Crown to Couture at Kensington Palace in review

King George vs Lady Gaga: Crown to Couture at Kensington Palace in review

Crown to Couture is an expertly curated exhibition which draws fascinating parallels between the world of today’s red carpet and the Georgian Royal Court in the 18th century.
The development of red carpet fashion 

The development of red carpet fashion 

Sam Smith wowed at the BRITS when they turned up in a latex one-piece. But red carpet looks haven’t always been so outlandish. We take a look at their progression over the years
Dandy Style: Men’s fashion from 18th century to present day

Dandy Style: Men’s fashion from 18th century to present day

The Dandy Style Exhibition has made its way into Manchester. We deconstruct the meanings of each thread and bead, and how masculinity was framed in previous centuries
Instagram fashion history pages you should be following

Instagram fashion history pages you should be following

6 of the best Fashion History accounts on Instagram.

What does your ASOS order history say about you?

Aimée Grant Cumberbatch indulges in some fashion reminiscence with a little help from her ASOS order history