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"Cuffs: A Fashionable Tale of Timeless Style and Historical Significance" Step into the world of cuffs

Background imageCuffs Collection: Afternoon Mantlet 1913

Afternoon Mantlet 1913
Mantlet in a bold red floral fabric with black collar & turned-back cuffs worn with a black hobble skirt, soft hat or toque & drop earrings

Background imageCuffs Collection: Mother & Daughter 1913

Mother & Daughter 1913
Tailor-made costume: hobble skirt with diagonal pleated detail on the hips, wrap-over tunic jacket with turned-back cuffs, small hat with large feather

Background imageCuffs Collection: Social / Danish Women 1913

Social / Danish Women 1913
A striped tailored costume with a slightly flaring skirt contained at the knee by a buttoned strap & a waisted jacket with turned-back cuffs, button detail & broad lapels

Background imageCuffs Collection: Continental Motor Coat

Continental Motor Coat
An American motor coat - the Continental" : full-length, double-breasted with stand- fall collar & adjustable straps at the cuffs. N.B peaked cap with ear-flaps

Background imageCuffs Collection: D-B Varsity Suit 1907

D-B Varsity Suit 1907
American suit: D-B Varsity with broad lapels, shaped cuffs, double pocket flaps & loose-hip trousers tapering at the ankle. A tad too elaborate to be considered elegant

Background imageCuffs Collection: American Raincoat 1907

American Raincoat 1907
American water-proof overcoat or raincoat with fly-front, cuffs & pocket flaps worn with jodhpurs, riding boots with spurs, wing collar & tie & a bowler or derby hat

Background imageCuffs Collection: Extreme Vasity Suit 1907

Extreme Vasity Suit 1907
American style: extreme Vasity sac suit (rear view) with narrow fit trousers with front & back crease & a deep turn-up or cuff. The jacket sleeves also have cuffs

Background imageCuffs Collection: Fur Jacket 1914

Fur Jacket 1914
Blue dress with narrow draped skirt, a wrap-over fur coat which is cut longer at the back with collar & cuffs of a pale coloured fur, square handbag & floral hat

Background imageCuffs Collection: Military Fashions 1914

Military Fashions 1914
The initial impact of the war on fashion i.e a source of style. Military taileur of hobble skirt & 3/4 jacket with flared skirt, Napoleonic collar & cuffs, braiding & epaulettes

Background imageCuffs Collection: Pyjama Suit C. 1918

Pyjama Suit C. 1918
Forward young woman wears a cerise pink & red pyjama suit - the jacket has a roll collar & cuffs & fastens with frogs. She has fur trimmed mules on her feet & a cigarette holder

Background imageCuffs Collection: Bearded Man 1860S

Bearded Man 1860S
A bearded man with one hand on his hip wears collarless waistcoat & jacket with braid on the cuffs, broad silk faced lapels & with the fronts sloping away from above waist level

Background imageCuffs Collection: Lord Lloyd Kenyon

Lord Lloyd Kenyon
Lloyd Kenyon, Lord Kenyon Baron of Gredington Chief Justice

Background imageCuffs Collection: Afternoon Dress 1922

Afternoon Dress 1922
As the autumn leaves fall, a lady takes her saluki for its walk : they pause beneath a tree, pondering the mutability of nature, the rhythm of the changing seasons... Date: 1922

Background imageCuffs Collection: High Neck Dress 1922

High Neck Dress 1922
Clinging gown with high stand collar & cuffs that extend over the hands with button detailing & gored flared skirt. Contrasting colour trim adds interest

Background imageCuffs Collection: Mole & Chamois Skin Coat

Mole & Chamois Skin Coat
3/4 length coat narrow in the bodice & then flaring from the hip composed of triangular sections of moleskin & chamois leather with a hood, deep fold back cuffs, belt & fur beret

Background imageCuffs Collection: Sealskin Coat 1922

Sealskin Coat 1922
Flared coat in russet & grey leather with an embroidered yoke & high stand collar & deep cuffs of sealskin. The lining & toque hat are also of sealskin

Background imageCuffs Collection: Trouser Suit 1939

Trouser Suit 1939
Madeleine de Rauch design: masculine cut trouser suit in striped linen with broad padded shoulders, deep revers & wide leg trousers with turn- ups (cuffs) & loafer shoes

Background imageCuffs Collection: Golden Seal Collar 1930S

Golden Seal Collar 1930S
A long tweed coat with a large collar of golden seal fur & a deep chestnut coloured leather belt by Martial et Armand. The coat has a wrap- over front & turned back cuffs

Background imageCuffs Collection: Astrakhan Trim Coat 30S

Astrakhan Trim Coat 30S
An unusual coat in bottle green wool with wrap-over front & full sleeves. The bodice, pointed cuffs & angular collar are in grey astrakhan. Jonelle of Paris

Background imageCuffs Collection: JUMPER WITH V YOKE

JUMPER WITH V YOKE
Long sleeved jumper in tiny, two colour, geometric pattern with plan welt, cuffs & V shaped yoke ornamented with 3 silver buttons. Worn with a jazzy patterned skirt

Background imageCuffs Collection: Cable Stitch Pullover

Cable Stitch Pullover
A hand-knitted jumper in a cable stitch with cuffs & a roll collar. Here it is worn with a woollen skirt

Background imageCuffs Collection: Hunting Dress 1813

Hunting Dress 1813
Single-breasted green coat cut away below the waist, cuffs unbuttoned, stand-fall collar & leather belt, red waistcoat, cravat, breeches, top boots, spurs, velvet hard hat

Background imageCuffs Collection: French Officers C1690

French Officers C1690
Two French officers: castle guard and infantry

Background imageCuffs Collection: Blue Waistcoat 1909

Blue Waistcoat 1909
Professional gentleman (Mr J C Wason) wears a top hat, frock coat, blue waistcoat, grey striped trousers with a front crease & turn-ups, half- boots & a wing collar & cravat

Background imageCuffs Collection: Fur Mantles / Grunwaldt

Fur Mantles / Grunwaldt
Two cocoon style evening mantles in unspecified furs - one in white the other in grey with dark brown collar & cuffs. The women stand on spotted cat skin rugs

Background imageCuffs Collection: Woman in tailor-made jacket and skirt

Woman in tailor-made jacket and skirt
A young woman in a pale grey tailor-made suit -- a long line jacket with green collar and turned back cuffs, green waistcoat, gored bell shaped skirt

Background imageCuffs Collection: MENs COATS 1828

MENs COATS 1828
Grey overcoat with cape & hip pockets. Brown D-B frock coat with gigot sleeves, shirt with stand collar & pointed cuffs, patterned cravat, top hat, cane & strapped pantaloons

Background imageCuffs Collection: Man in Brown Suit 1817

Man in Brown Suit 1817
Top hat, cravat, light brown pantaloons with falls, brown double-breasted coat cut away at the front, small collar & sleeves padded & gathered at the shoulder & buttoned cuffs




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"Cuffs: A Fashionable Tale of Timeless Style and Historical Significance" Step into the world of cuffs, where fashion meets art and history intertwines with personal expression. From the captivating painting "The Thief" by Antonio Maria Fabres y Costa to the dapper mens fashions from the 1920s, they have always played a significant role in defining one's style. In the roaring twenties, men embraced cufflinks as an essential accessory to complete their sophisticated ensembles. Whether it was a pair in a bar or riding dress attire from 1819, cuffs added that touch of elegance and refinement that every gentleman desired. Traveling across borders, we find ourselves captivated by Norwegian types showcasing young Norwegian wives adorned with intricately designed cuffs. These delicate details not only symbolize tradition but also reflect cultural diversity through fashion. Moving forward in time, we witness moments frozen in photographs like signing the register or Charles and Diana exchanging vows at St Marys, Isles of Scilly. Cuffs become more than just fashionable accessories; they become symbols of commitment and love. From historical figures such as Mary Queen of Scots donning exquisite French court dresses embellished with ornate cuffs to young girls in Carovilli, Molise wearing traditional Italian attire featuring charming wrist adornments - cuffs transcend time and geography. Fast forwarding to more recent times brings us to Mary Quant Ginger Group dresses in Liberty print during 1964. These playful yet chic outfits showcased how even modern designs can incorporate classic elements like statement-making cuffs. As we delve into these diverse glimpses into history and culture through various forms of artistry and photography, one thing remains constant - they can not mere accessories but powerful expressions of individuality. They speak volumes about who we are while connecting us to our past. So whether you're admiring a masterpiece like "The Thief, " exploring vintage fashion trends from different eras or simply adding your own personal flair to an outfit, remember that they can more than just fabric or metal.