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Matching through the decades: From Harvey Nichols to The Proclaimers, fashion has always been about finding the perfect match

Background imageMatching Collection: Sisters Marion music hall vocalists

Sisters Marion music hall vocalists
The Sisters Marion harmonising duettists. Described as a juvenile act. Fashionable in the music hall for young women to dress as children. Wearing matching knee-length white dresses and flat shoes

Background imageMatching Collection: A view in a two-room apartment in the Keeler Building, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1935

A view in a two-room apartment in the Keeler Building, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1935. From Decorative Art 1935 - Year-Book of The Studio, by C.G. Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1935]

Background imageMatching Collection: A fireside group in a living-room designed by Russel Wright, 1935

A fireside group in a living-room designed by Russel Wright, 1935. From Decorative Art 1935 - Year-Book of The Studio, by C.G. Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1935]

Background imageMatching Collection: A lounge, designed and carried out by Ian Henderson & Co. London, 1935

A lounge, designed and carried out by Ian Henderson & Co. London, 1935. From Decorative Art 1935 - Year-Book of The Studio, by C.G. Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1935]

Background imageMatching Collection: Lisle by Allen Solly, fashion advert, 1937

Lisle by Allen Solly, fashion advert, 1937. A print from Vogue, 28th April 1937

Background imageMatching Collection: Mali, Senossa

Mali, Senossa. A Peul woman wearing fine gold earrings which will have been given to her as a gift from her husband on her wedding or sometimes inherited upon the death of her mother

Background imageMatching Collection: Gentoo penguins walking together on the beach, Falkland Islands, Antarctica

Gentoo penguins walking together on the beach, Falkland Islands, Antarctica
Four gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) walking together on the beach with their flippers outstretched; Falkland Islands, Antarctica

Background imageMatching Collection: Two southern giraffes standing in the golden long grass at the Gabus Game Ranch, Namibia

Two southern giraffes standing in the golden long grass at the Gabus Game Ranch, Namibia
Portrait of two southern giraffes (Giraffa camelopardalis angolensis) looking at the camera and standing in the golden long grass on the savanna at sunrise on the Gabus Game Ranch; Otavi

Background imageMatching Collection: Mother And Daughter Praying

Mother And Daughter Praying

Background imageMatching Collection: Indonesia, Pink Anenome Fish In Sea Anenome (Amphiprion Perideraion)

Indonesia, Pink Anenome Fish In Sea Anenome (Amphiprion Perideraion)

Background imageMatching Collection: Fiji, Orange Fin Anemonefish (Amphiprion Chrysopterus) Hiding In Its Host Anemone

Fiji, Orange Fin Anemonefish (Amphiprion Chrysopterus) Hiding In Its Host Anemone

Background imageMatching Collection: Butterfly On A Green Leaf; Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Butterfly On A Green Leaf; Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Background imageMatching Collection: Two Babies In Matching Hat And Overalls

Two Babies In Matching Hat And Overalls

Background imageMatching Collection: Three Red Buckets

Three Red Buckets

Background imageMatching Collection: RMS Titanic - nail scissors recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett

RMS Titanic - nail scissors recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - silver mounted steel nail scissors with rusted steel blades

Background imageMatching Collection: Knitwear Fashion by Remploy 1964 Two female models wearing similar dresses standing

Knitwear Fashion by Remploy 1964 Two female models wearing similar dresses standing in the street posing as if looking for someone

Background imageMatching Collection: Sixties 60s Fashion by Hershelle at Bruron Street Left Bold black

Sixties 60s Fashion by Hershelle at Bruron Street Left Bold black and white Hounds tooth with ruffled collar with Right wearing the longer version

Background imageMatching Collection: 1946 - Clothing Ascot Racing Fashion - Ladies Day - women show of their style of

1946 - Clothing Ascot Racing Fashion - Ladies Day - women show of their style of dress and hat

Background imageMatching Collection: Pop group The Nolan Sisters 1978

Pop group The Nolan Sisters 1978

Background imageMatching Collection: Fur coats for dogs - lady and her boxer dog wearing matching fur coats September

Fur coats for dogs - lady and her boxer dog wearing matching fur coats September 1957 1950s

Background imageMatching Collection: Fur coats for dogs with owners walking - dogs and their lady owners wearing matching fur

Fur coats for dogs with owners walking - dogs and their lady owners wearing matching fur coats September 1957 1950s

Background imageMatching Collection: Fur coats for dogs - lady and her boxer dog wearing matching fur coats September

Fur coats for dogs - lady and her boxer dog wearing matching fur coats September 1957 1950s

Background imageMatching Collection: WWII World War Two British Army Women A new Anklet issued to ATS a girls to

WWII World War Two British Army Women A new Anklet issued to ATS a girls to protect them from early morning dews - here a line of girls lace up their boots May 1942

Background imageMatching Collection: French policeman talks to an army soldier in the centre of Calais France

French policeman talks to an army soldier in the centre of Calais France

Background imageMatching Collection: Fashion at Quaglinos, 1950

Fashion at Quaglinos, 1950
Model pose at the bar of the newly-decorated Quaglinos wearing outfits from Margaret Marks. On the left, a dark grey and lemon check suit with a pleated skirt and high buttoned neck line

Background imageMatching Collection: Victorian man wearing tweed lounging jacket

Victorian man wearing tweed lounging jacket
Victorian man wearing, straw boater hat, wing collar, windsor necktie, single breasted tweed lounging jacket and matching waistcoat and mustache. Date: circa 1898

Background imageMatching Collection: Woman police officer in portrait photo

Woman police officer in portrait photo
Woman police officer (Winnie Gould) in a portrait photo, in the Bather style uniform which was worn from 1946 to 1968 -- four-buttoned jacket with matching material belt, white shirt and tie

Background imageMatching Collection: Woman police officer W Gould in uniform, London

Woman police officer W Gould in uniform, London
Woman police officer Winifred Gould (joined August 1931) in a studio photo with painted backdrop. She is wearing the recently updated Stanley uniform -- a white shirt and tie were introduced

Background imageMatching Collection: Country Bedroom 1940S

Country Bedroom 1940S
A pretty English country bedroom, with a patchwork quilt bedspread and floral curtains with a matching pelmet. Date: 1940s

Background imageMatching Collection: Sir Thomas Kelly-Kenny

Sir Thomas Kelly-Kenny
An English country gentleman wears a brown checked jacket & matching waistcoat, jodhpurs, high black riding boots with spurs, brown leather gloves, a bowler hat & cane. Date: 1901

Background imageMatching Collection: Fashions by Dior and Worth

Fashions by Dior and Worth
In the background is a two-piece by Dior of silk shantung dyed to a mandarin colour. The pleated skirt is mounted on a chemise top and worn with a sleeveless bodice trimmed with matching bows

Background imageMatching Collection: Dress and matching coat by Norman Hartnell

Dress and matching coat by Norman Hartnell
A dress and matching coat by Norman Hartnell who follows the vogue for diaphanous fabrics by using mushroom silk organza. The dress has a deep V neckline

Background imageMatching Collection: Cartoon, body parts after the battle, WW1

Cartoon, body parts after the battle, WW1
First World War cartoon entitled After the Battle, showing German soldiers trying to match up body parts before loading them onto a train. Date: 1914-1918

Background imageMatching Collection: NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1900. A homesteader and family in front of their sod house in Cherry County

NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1900. A homesteader and family in front of their sod house in Cherry County, Nebraska. Photograph by Solomon D. Butcher, 1900

Background imageMatching Collection: Modes et Travaux 1935

Modes et Travaux 1935
Art deco style woman in khaki top with patterned hat and matching scarf Date: 1935

Background imageMatching Collection: Modes et Travaux 1930

Modes et Travaux 1930
Art deco style woman in navy blue dress and matching hat poses by a fireside Date: 1930

Background imageMatching Collection: Three summer outfits by Molyneux, Doucet and Paul Poiret

Three summer outfits by Molyneux, Doucet and Paul Poiret
Three fashionable young ladies in summer daytime outfits. On the left, dress and jacket in mauve crepe, with matching ostrich feathers, by Molyneux

Background imageMatching Collection: Little Baby Blue by Muriel Dawson

Little Baby Blue by Muriel Dawson
Charming illustration of a beautiful little brown eyed baby girl, dressed in a matching knitted hat and dress set and cuddling a soft toy closely




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Matching through the decades: From Harvey Nichols to The Proclaimers, fashion has always been about finding the perfect match. In this 1953 advertisement from Harvey Nichols, we see a stunning display outfits that exude elegance and sophistication. Fast forward to the 1930s, where playsuits became all the rage for women seeking comfort and style in their matching ensembles. In 1987, The Proclaimers took Scotland by storm with their catchy tunes and iconic matching glasses. Their unique sense of style perfectly matched their energetic performances on stage. Speaking of matches made in heaven, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret showcased their royal bond during George V's Silver Jubilee celebration, donning matching dresses fit for princesses. Music wasn't the only thing bringing people together; Jessie Wildon and her Bijou Orchestra entertained crowds at Margate Pier with their synchronized melodies while dressed impeccably in coordinating attire. Fashion magazines like The Tatler highlighted autumn trends in 1955, showcasing how even nature's colors could be matched flawlessly. But it wasn't just about fashion; it was also about unity and empowerment. Suffragettes marched proudly in 1912 wearing sashes that matched their determination for women's rights. Britannia and Eve magazine captured this spirit beautifully on its January 1936 cover featuring a patriotic Finnish girl adorned in reds and whites - a true symbol of national pride. Not all matches were without controversy though; Misfitz Dolls featured Golliwog dolls dressed alike but sparked debates around racial stereotypes. However, amidst these complexities emerged timeless beauty as seen in an elegant white dress worn by a woman in the 1930s or an exquisite Art Nouveau headdress that perfectly complemented any outfit. From advertisements to music groups to historical events - whether it be through clothing choices or shared values - there is something magical about finding your perfect match.