Eveningwear Collection

Men in evening wear from the 1920s.. Men in evening wear from the 1920s, in tuxedo, spats, bow-tie, top hat and canes. Chromolithograph from a catalog of male winter fashions from Bruner Woolens, 1920

Group in a Restaurant
A sophisticated group in eveningwear seated in a restaurant. Art Deco style. Date: 1929

Put out those dress shirts
Cartoon by Mel highlighting the risks run by gentlemen in immaculate eveningwear during the Blitz. Date: 1939

Advert for Jenners, Edinburgh
Advert for a fur evening cape, available at Jenners Department Store in Edinburgh. Date: 1939

Advert for Courtaulds, makers of rayon fabric. The gown depicted is made by Liberty's. In the background is a scene from Ranelagh Gardens in the 18th century. Date: 1954

A sketch showing the current fashion in women's eveningwear, including gloves, jewellery, evening bag and shoes. Date: circa 1932

London evening dress and morning riding dress (colour litho)
FMB398928 London evening dress and morning riding dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in La Belle Assemblee)

Opera dress (colour litho)
FMB398930 Opera dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in Ackermanns Repository, July 1809; ); eFashion Museum Bath; English

Walking and evening dresses for July 1818, 1818 (colour litho)
FMB398911 Walking and evening dresses for July 1818, 1818 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published by Deav and Munday)

Dinner ball dress (colour litho)
FMB398944 Dinner ball dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in Ackermanns Repository of Arts)

London fashionable evening full dress (colour litho)
FMB398927 London fashionable evening full dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in the Ladys Magazine)

London walking and evening dresses (colour litho)
FMB398920 London walking and evening dresses (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in the Ladys Magazine)

Parisian ball dress (colour litho)
FMB398904 Parisian ball dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in Ackermanns Repository for Arts)

Full dress (colour litho)
FMB398924 Full dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in Ackermanns Repository of Arts, June 1814; ); eFashion Museum Bath; English

Evening dress (colour litho)
FMB398910 Evening dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in Ackermanns Repository of Arts, May 1817; ); eFashion Museum Bath; English

Fashionable morning and evening dress (colour litho)
FMB398921 Fashionable morning and evening dress (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info.: published in the Ladys Magazine)

Smart Upper Class British Couple dance at a formal ball. Date: 1910s

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Step back in time to the glamorous 1920s, where men donned their finest evening wear. In a bustling restaurant, the air was filled with anticipation and excitement. The clinking of glasses and laughter echoed through the room as friends gathered for an unforgettable night. The dress shirts were meticulously ironed and carefully laid out, ready to be worn by gentlemen who knew the importance of making a statement. Every detail mattered when it came to eveningwear - from the perfectly tailored suits to the polished shoes that completed their dapper look. Jenners, Edinburgh's renowned establishment, showcased its exquisite collection in an advertisement that transported viewers into a world of elegance and sophistication. Meanwhile, Courtaulds proudly presented their rayon fabric gown designed by Liberty's, capturing both timeless beauty and modern innovation. A sketch from circa 1932 revealed women's fashion at its peak. Gloves adorned delicate hands while jewelry sparkled under dimmed lights. An evening bag held secrets untold as shoes whispered tales of dancing until dawn. Amidst this enchanting atmosphere, a romantic couple stole glances across candlelit tables. Their love story unfolded amidst whispers of sweet nothings and stolen kisses – proof that true romance never goes out of style. An advert for Wills Gold Flake cigarettes added allure to this scene straight out of a classic film noir movie. Smoke curled gracefully around elegantly dressed individuals as they indulged in moments of relaxation between dances. London showcased its flair for fashion with stunning lithographs depicting evening dresses fit for royalty or ladies seeking adventure on horseback during mornings spent riding through picturesque landscapes. Opera dress lithographs captured the essence of grandeur found within theater walls - opulent gowns flowing like waves upon stages where dreams came alive through music and drama. Eveningwear has always been an art form throughout history; July 1818 saw walking dresses transformed into ethereal creations worthy of admiration during twilight strolls along moonlit paths.