Cryptic notes found hidden in 19th-century silk dress decoded after 10 years reveal surprising story By . Angeli Gabriel, FOX Weather. Published Dec. 15, 2023, 1:56 p.m. ET.

In the second half of the 19th century, dress styles moved away from a bell-like shape to a flatter silhouette in the front with a dramatic curve in the back. This dress from the late 1850s or early ...

Fashion was political in the early 19th century, as was driving or riding a bike. A motorist’s outfit from the era, while designed to protect a long skirt, had a masculine style. (Emma Lee/WHYY) “The ...

Dresses from the 19th century, collected by Johanna Van Der Heyde, are on display at her shop in Belvidere. Like most who share her gender, Johanna Van Der Heyde enjoys fashion ...

N.J.’s vintage baseball teams dress, talk, and play like it’s the 19th century. Updated: May. 26, ... styles and even speech of the 19th century while playing vintage base ball.

A 19th century silk dress that belongs to the West Chester History Center inspired a costume design on the HBO show 'The Gilded Age.' The dress will be on display at the museum Friday from 4-8 p.m.

Some women prefer to have their dresses professionally made, using inspiration from actual dresses worn in the 19th century. The young ladies, however, spend time learning the industries and ...

Jane E. Schultz, Ph.D., tells how dressing up as an extra for Mercy Street gave her new insights into the lives and restrictions of 19th century women.