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Gaiters Collection (#3)

"Gaiters: A Fashionable Accessory Through the Ages" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of gaiters

Background imageGaiters Collection: Journal Ladies Fashion Costume Parisien 1803-1804

Journal Ladies Fashion Costume Parisien 1803-1804
Journal of the Ladies and the Fashion, Costume Parisien, 1803-1804: Redingotte a la Charlemagne... on the left a man seen on the back, in a jacket that became Redingotte a la Charlemagne called

Background imageGaiters Collection: Girl & Fur Hat 1890S

Girl & Fur Hat 1890S
A little girl wears a double- breasted coat of a pale furry fabric with fur cuffs & ostrich feather trimmed cape collar, a high feather trimmed bonnet & gaiters. Date: 1890s

Background imageGaiters Collection: James Boswell, esq in the dress of an armed Corsican Chief, 1769. Artist: James Wale

James Boswell, esq in the dress of an armed Corsican Chief, 1769. Artist: James Wale
James Boswell, esq in the dress of an armed Corsican Chief, as he appeared at Shakespeares Jubilee, at Stratford upon Avon, September 1769. Portrait of Scots writer James Boswell (1740-1795)

Background imageGaiters Collection: The Print Seller, 1737-1742. Artist: Bouchardon

The Print Seller, 1737-1742. Artist: Bouchardon
The Print Seller, 1737-1742. Part of a series called Paris Street Cries, by Bouchardon

Background imageGaiters Collection: Good-Bye, Daddy, 1901. Artist: FGO Stuart

Good-Bye, Daddy, 1901. Artist: FGO Stuart
Good-Bye, Daddy, 1901. Illustration from The Process Year Book, A Review of the Illustrated Arts. published by AW Penrose & Co, (London, 1901)

Background imageGaiters Collection: Woman in cycling dress, American, c1900

Woman in cycling dress, American, c1900. Display card showing a ladies cycling costume with accordion-pleated divided skirt and side-buttoning gaiters, made by Gosta Kraemer, New York

Background imageGaiters Collection: Lady in Rational cycling dress, 1897

Lady in Rational cycling dress, 1897. Cover of The Sketch Cycling Supplement (London, 24 November 1897) celebrating 21 years of the Stanley Cycling Club

Background imageGaiters Collection: Advertisement for Ellimans Universal Embocation, 1895

Advertisement for Ellimans Universal Embocation, 1895. Advertisement for a remedy for stiffness, aches, strains and bruises showing a lady wearing Rational cycling dress

Background imageGaiters Collection: Cycling, c1890

Cycling, c1890. French illustration of a lady in Rational cycling dress of knickerbockers and gaiters, giving her small daughter a ride on the saddle of her bicycle

Background imageGaiters Collection: Carters, c early 19th century

Carters, c early 19th century. Two carters, one wearing a smock, the other coat and gaiters, both carrying their whips. In the background are a covered carters wagon and a trio of milkmaids

Background imageGaiters Collection: F Keen (Burton-on-Trent) Shoe Manufacturers stationery

F Keen (Burton-on-Trent) Shoe Manufacturers stationery, Bank Square Factory, Burton-on-Trend, Staffordshire, with adverts for Tip Toes Footwear and High Road Shoes

Background imageGaiters Collection: Racegoer / Jardine 1909

Racegoer / Jardine 1909
Robert Buchanan Jardine at the races wears a top hat, morning coat, grey striped trousers with a front crease & black boots with brown spats (gaiters). Date: 1909

Background imageGaiters Collection: Lilac Tunic Dress 1914

Lilac Tunic Dress 1914
Brimless hat with feathers, mink scarf & muff, tunic dress & jacket with flaring skirt, short cape & collar, split tunic & military trim. Girl: gaiters & D-B coat with capes Date: 1914

Background imageGaiters Collection: Tweed Coat 1909

Tweed Coat 1909
Sir Edward Daniel Walker in a grey tweed sac style overcoat with fly-front & tan collar, a bowler hat, trousers with a front crease, black boots & tan spats / gaiters. Date: 1909

Background imageGaiters Collection: Walking outfit 1910

Walking outfit 1910
Not for author Lucie Delarue- Mardrus the long dress and the feathered hat : when she goes walking - which she does a lot - she wears this eminently practical outfit Date: 1910

Background imageGaiters Collection: Englishman 1145

Englishman 1145
His hooded cloak is made of skin, with smooth side inside and a shirt beneath; ankle gaiters cover the tops of his shoes Date: circa 1145

Background imageGaiters Collection: Country Course Meeting

Country Course Meeting
Countryfolk at a meet of the Avon Valley Coursing Club (near Salisbury) - he in plus- fours and gaiters with a cloth cap, his companion in high boots and heavy raincoat Date: 1927

Background imageGaiters Collection: Rw Randall / Thomas / World

Rw Randall / Thomas / World
RICHARD WILLIAM RANDALL English clergyman Date: 1824 - 1906

Background imageGaiters Collection: 1960s Parisian fashions

1960s Parisian fashions
Fashions in Paris- Clockwise from top left: Stunning coat and matching gaiters by Lanvin in tomato-red window-pane checked wool ratteen (by Garique)

Background imageGaiters Collection: English man in the fashion of May 1802

English man in the fashion of May 1802.. English man in the fashion of May 1802. He wears suede breeches and gaiters, top hat, frock coat and waistcoat, and carries an umbrella cane

Background imageGaiters Collection: Group outside Ellesmere Bowling Green, Shropshire

Group outside Ellesmere Bowling Green, Shropshire in June 1908. Note the magnificent leather gaiters on the man who is presumably the groundsman second from right. Date: 1908

Background imageGaiters Collection: Pig farmer persuading a pig to move

Pig farmer persuading a pig to move
A little persuasion required. A pig farmer tries to get his pig to move. Date: C.1890

Background imageGaiters Collection: Woman bus conductor, WW1

Woman bus conductor, WW1
A girl bus conductor in her blue uniform, with gaiters and turned up hat, rings the bell on the no 25 route which travels from Marble Arch in central London to Ilford on the outskirts of East London

Background imageGaiters Collection: Rags the dog wearing fancy dress

Rags the dog wearing fancy dress
Rags the dog dressed as a Horsey Gentleman for Humpty and Dumptys fancy dress ball. Date: 1914

Background imageGaiters Collection: Business card design, cute kid with baskets

Business card design, cute kid with baskets
Business card design, depicting a cute kid carrying baskets. Date: 20th century

Background imageGaiters Collection: British soldier in Napoleonic times carrying a musket (w / c)

British soldier in Napoleonic times carrying a musket (w / c)
XTD75532 British soldier in Napoleonic times carrying a musket (w/c) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageGaiters Collection: Mock-Adam-izing: the Colossus of Roads, a lampoon of John MacAdam, 1827 (print)

Mock-Adam-izing: the Colossus of Roads, a lampoon of John MacAdam, 1827 (print)
XTD70019 Mock-Adam-izing: the Colossus of Roads, a lampoon of John MacAdam, 1827 (print) by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGaiters Collection: 1765868; out of copyright

1765868; out of copyright

Background imageGaiters Collection: The London Coffee-Stall (engraving) (b / w photo)

The London Coffee-Stall (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF119811 The London Coffee-Stall (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageGaiters Collection: Old soak yokel in smock claiming not to have been drinking

Old soak yokel in smock claiming not to have been drinking
The Squire Daughter - " Jerry, a little bird told me you had to much to drink yesterday!" Jerry - " Wel, my lady

Background imageGaiters Collection: Milkmaids being trained under the National Service Scheme at Epping Forest

Milkmaids being trained under the National Service Scheme at Epping Forest. 28 March 1917 love couple romance romantic for valentines day be my valentine

Background imageGaiters Collection: Some of the actors and extras in the film, Nelson, that had to be re - shot

Some of the actors and extras in the film, Nelson, that had to be re - shot after it had been destroyed by fire. Mr David Ffalcke in centre. 16th July 1918

Background imageGaiters Collection: Warwickshire opening meet at Compton Verney, Warwickshire, England

Warwickshire opening meet at Compton Verney, Warwickshire, England. Honourable Alexander Parker, Reverend and Mrs Gibbs waiting for the start of the Hunt. 1927

Background imageGaiters Collection: Bishop of Londons 67 Birthday. The Bishop of London celebrated his 67th birthday

Bishop of Londons 67 Birthday. The Bishop of London celebrated his 67th birthday on Monday when he headed a deputation to the Home Secretary on the subject of night clubs. 26 January 1925

Background imageGaiters Collection: Bishops of the East and West at a jubilee meeting. The Bishop of Sheffield presided

Bishops of the East and West at a jubilee meeting. The Bishop of Sheffield presided at the Jubilee meeting of the North China and Shantung Mission at the Merchant Taylors School, Charterhouse Square

Background imageGaiters Collection: At St Asaph Cathedral, Wales for the enthronement of the first Archbishop of Wales

At St Asaph Cathedral, Wales for the enthronement of the first Archbishop of Wales. Mrs Lloyd George walks with the Archbishop of York. 1 June 1920

Background imageGaiters Collection: 50 years a Bishop - Dr Stirling celebrates his ninety - first birthday. 15 January 1920

50 years a Bishop - Dr Stirling celebrates his ninety - first birthday. 15 January 1920

Background imageGaiters Collection: The Bishops conference in London. The Bishop of Tokyo arrives

The Bishops conference in London. The Bishop of Tokyo arrives

Background imageGaiters Collection: Lord Davidson of Lambeth takes his seat in the house of Lords. Lord Davidson of

Lord Davidson of Lambeth takes his seat in the house of Lords. Lord Davidson of Lambeth just before leaving Lambeth Palace for the House of Lords. 14 November 1928

Background imageGaiters Collection: Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Randall Davidson speaking. 7 April 1922

Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Randall Davidson speaking. 7 April 1922

Background imageGaiters Collection: The Reverend Reginald James, vicar of St Johns Church, Watford, who is working

The Reverend Reginald James, vicar of St Johns Church, Watford, who is working on the land wearing an old Norfolk jacket belonging to Sir Stanley Maude. 13 March 1917

Background imageGaiters Collection: At the Rutland Agricultural Show at Oakham, Captain and Mrs Fitzroy. 30 July 1927

At the Rutland Agricultural Show at Oakham, Captain and Mrs Fitzroy. 30 July 1927

Background imageGaiters Collection: Charcoal burners hut, North Cray, Kent. 1935

Charcoal burners hut, North Cray, Kent. 1935

Background imageGaiters Collection: Harvest Festival of the World - Farm Workers 1843, complete with flail, arriving

Harvest Festival of the World - Farm Workers 1843, complete with flail, arriving at Canterbury cathedral for the opening service of the Canterbury Festival Harvest Festival of the World

Background imageGaiters Collection: Portrait of a United States Military Policeman - May 1944

Portrait of a United States Military Policeman - May 1944
Full length shot of MP in uniform George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23251

Background imageGaiters Collection: Two Cavalry soldiers accepting a drink at a cottage, August 1936

Two Cavalry soldiers accepting a drink at a cottage, August 1936
Two Cavalry soldiers, one with bugle both wearing bandoliers, taking a drink over fence with horses eating from nose-bags

Background imageGaiters Collection: Cycling: Lady in Rational cycling dress of knickerbockers and gaiters

Cycling: Lady in Rational cycling dress of knickerbockers and gaiters, giving small daughter a ride on the saddle. French illustration c1890

Background imageGaiters Collection: Display card showing ladies cycling costume with accordion-pleated divided skirt

Display card showing ladies cycling costume with accordion-pleated divided skirt and side-buttoning gaiters: Made by Gosta Kraemer, New York, for Pope Manufacturing Co




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"Gaiters: A Fashionable Accessory Through the Ages" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of gaiters, a versatile accessory that has graced various fashion eras. From ladies' boots in 1926 to Barham Lamb Sale during Whitsun in 1939, these stylish leg coverings have stood the test of time. In 1912, women were "Dressed to Kill" with plum velvet coursing outfits adorned with opossum fur trimmings and white gaiters. Meanwhile, Bon Ton Skiwear kept winter sports enthusiasts warm and fashionable on the slopes. Not just for women's fashion, Dryden Menswear showcased how men could rock gaiters too. In 1990s advertisements, they paired them effortlessly with their trendy ensembles. Jewelry by Veyer added an extra touch of elegance to any outfit with exquisite earrings, necklaces, and even a dragonfly bracelet. These accessories perfectly complemented a young man's fashionable attire complete with a top hat and cane in 1912. For those who enjoyed outdoor pursuits like hunting or shooting sports, they were essential. A woman holding a shotgun donned a tweed hunting outfit while sporting her trusty pair in stencil art from 1912. Gaiters weren't limited to high society; even common porters like Hamal wore them as part of their traditional attire along with turbans and shirts. They provided both style and functionality for people from all walks of life. Beyond fashion statements, artists captured everyday scenes featuring individuals wearing gaiters such as hoeing above Mounts Bay on canvas or costume accessories worn by T. Jefferson circa 1936 designed by Syrena Swanson. Throughout history, they have proven themselves as more than just practical leg coverings – they are true symbols of timeless style and versatility across genders and social classes alike.