Plumes Collection (#9)

Advert for Peter Robinsons summer fashion 1913
Fashionable clothing for women available in Peter Robinson s, Oxford Street, London 1913

Models wearing elegant gowns 1912
Three women models wearing dainty toque hats and elegant gowns. 1912

Beautiful evening dresses 1913
Latest evening wear for women from Paris. 1913

Beautiful gowns for the afternoon 1913
Clothing for the winter season, left: Violet charmeuse forms the draped skirt and the quaint little coatee of this pretty frock

The Charm of velvet and fur 1913
Clothing for the autumn season, left: gown of blue velvet bordered with fur with a vest of soft muslin, the corsage finished with Oriental embroidery and small buttons

Latest fashionable designs 1913
Women models wearing fashionable clothing for spring, charming dinner gown in royal-blue satin silk veiled in embroidered net and a woman wearing tailor-made walking suit. Date: 1913

Early spring clothing for women 1913
Women models wearing the latest spring fashion from Paris, (top model) wearing a folded satin hat with pointed ostrich feather making a delightful contrast

Womens fashion for February 1913
Women models wearing the latest fashionable clothing from Paris, with velvets and silk hats with additions of bird of paradise plumes and a floral designs

Charming early spring hats 1913
Women models wearing some different style hats for early spring. Date: 1913

Winter in Bowring Park, St. Johns, Newfoundland, Canada
Winter Scene - Bowring Park, located in the Waterford Valley, St. John s, Newfoundland, Canada - the White Ostrich Plumes of the frozen foliage overhanging a stream. Date: circa 1910s

Circus troupe procession with horse-drawn carriages. circa 1900

Advert for Belle Jardiniere women clothing 1909
Advertisment for Belle Jardiniere, department store in Paris, showing three women wearing the latest fashionable spring outdoor clothing. 1909

Selection of Parisienne women wearing featered hats 1904
Charming selection of edwardian women wearing cartwheel hats with plumes of feathers on top of their hair worn high. Date: 1904

Selection of hats 1909
Selection of hats for Edwardian women, made in beaver fur, velvet and felt. 1909

Woman trying on an array of hats in the Autumn sale 1909
Edwardian woman sitting at a dressing table while a sales assistant helps her choose hats from the Autumn sale. 1909

Edwardian womens clothing for spring 1909
Two women wearing tunic frocks for early spring. (left) In deep prunells chiffon velvet embroidered in softer tones. Front panel is of ottoman silk, showing a small guimpe of ficelle net

Elegant garden dresses 1912
Elegant tunic double dress narrows at the ankles, with floral designs. Date: 1912

Tailor-made suits for the races 1912
Tailor-made fashionable clothing, single breasted wrap-over jacket with single or double buttons and hobble skirts. Date: 1912

French woman wearing edwardain winter hats 1906
Photographs of a French model wearing a selection of winter hats, tricorn hat which is pinned up on either side of the head and cartwheel with a variety of materials, including velvet

French woman wearing straw hats for Spring 1906
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French woman wearing cartwheel hats for Spring 1906
Photographs of a French model wearing a selection of cartwheel hats Date: 1906

French woman wearing cartwheel hats for the Riviera 1906
Photographs of a French model wearing a selection of cartwheel hats, decorated and trimmed with plumes of feathers and flowers. Date: 1906

French woman wearing cartwheel hats 1906
Photographs of a French model wearing a selection of winter cartwheel hats, with hair worn high slanted to the front and a variety of materials, including velvet, plumes of feathers and a whole bird

Graceful walking gowns for the Spring 1909
Two women wearing Spring Edwardian tunic frocks, left shows the braided corsage and long ends at the back of the skirt, and in the other design a redingote effect is gained by the panel in front

Advert for Swan & Edgars womens coats 1909
Selection of Edwardian of smart coats for all occasions, available at Swan & Edgars department store in Regent Street and Piccadilly, London. 1909

Advert for Peter Robinsons womens spring dresses 1909
Three women wearing charming tunic frocks with high neckilne, high waist and fitted dresses, available at Peter Robinsons department store in Oxford Street, London. 1909

Women wearing afternoon walking clothing 1905
Women wearing winter walking clothing with high neckline, bishop sleeves, hair worn high and hat slanted to the side with plumes of feathers and flowers. Date: 1905

Women wearing tailored winter suits 1905
Edwardian women wearing tailored suits and high bonnets with veils over face. Date: 1905

Advert for La Samaritaine womens clothing 1908
Three women wearing different style outdoor clothing, fox fur lined coat with matching muff, tailored-made coat with button detail, embroidered edging and a loose fitted coat

Edwardian woman roller skating 1910
Skating on wheels is the sport fashion. Front cover of Femina magazine, showing a woman wearing roller skates that fit over ordinary shoes. 1910

Four women wearing autumn jackets 1910
Fashionable women wearing autumn jackets with accessories. 1910

Daisy, Princess of Henry of Pless, formerly Mary Theresa Olivia Cornwallis-West, (1873 - 1943), society beauty in the Edwardian period, and a member of one of the wealthiest European noble families

Fashionable hats of 1906
Photographs of a French model wearing a selection of summer cartwheel hats slanted to the side, straw white hat with arranged roses, golden rooster bird with plumes and khaki hat with plumes

Bespoke tailored clothing for ladies 1906
High-life tailored clothing for ladies, 300 different styles available. Lady wearing long flowing dress, straight jacket, with embroidered edging with three-quarter-length gigot sleeves

Lastest fashion for women 1909
Three elegant women wearing long flowing dresses with three-quarter-length sleeves, white long gloves, high neckline, hair high to support their oversized hats with extra plumage. 1906

Woman wearing smart suit with jabot ruffles 1912
Elegant woman wearing a tailored city suit with jabot and ruffles to the sleeves with matching hat with plumes. 1912

Advert for Swan & Edgars womens hats 1909
Selection of charming Tegal hats for summer 1909. 1909

Tunic frock and tweed suit 1909
Woman wearing tunic frock in abinthe coloured cloth, embroidered in thick silk, Merry Widow hat with plumes and holding parasol. French grey tweed jacket, braided in black and pleated skirt. 1909

Advert for Swan & Edgars womens fur coats 1909
Selection of Edwardian fur coats made from moleskin, fox and squirrel, available at Swan & Edgars department store in Piccadilly and Regent Street, London. 1909

Four women wearing outdoor jackets 1910
Four women wearing new fashionable jackets for the season. Date: 1910

Four women wearing outdoor clothing 1910
Four women wearing large plumed hats. Date: 1910

Private 9th Lancer
A mounted Private 9th Lancer, were a cavalry regiment of the British Army, wearing a Lancer czapka helmet. Date: 1894

Advert for Harrods frocks 1913
Pretty afternoon and day frocks exclusively available from Harrods. 1913

Mado Minty and Spanora in the spider web scene from New York - Paris at the Casino de Paris. 1927

Submission of Atahualpa. Engraving, 1807
Atahualpa (1497-1533). Inca Emperor. Submission of the last Inca emperor to the spanish embassy of Francisco Pizarro, led by Hernando de Soto. Engraving, 1807

Temple of Ramses III. The pharaoh Ramses III before the war-god Monthu, with falcon-headed, solar disk and crown with two feathers. New Kingdom. (1550-1069 b.C). Twentieth dynasty. Thebes

Relief depicting the god Monthu offering the ankh to the pharaoh. New Empire. Temple of Luxor. Egypt

German Prince & Princess
German Prince and Princess of the early 16th century. He wears full armour - the helmet is profusely ornamented with ostrich plumes. Date: circa 1515

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"Plumes: A Journey Through Time and Fashion" Step back in time with us as we explore the captivating world of plumes. From the gallant Light Dragoons of 1790 to the elegant women donning fashionable velvettoque hats with feathers in 1911, these delicate adornments have left their mark throughout history. In Suzanne Meunier's "Types Of Femininity, " she unravels the allure of plumes, showcasing how they symbolize grace and femininity. Picture a woman from 1913, confidently striding down the street in her new creation, adorned with feathers that add an air of sophistication to her ensemble. The flapper era of 1920s saw a revolution in fashion, and plumed headpieces became all the rage. Imagine a daring woman wearing a stunning flapper headpiece in 1912, exuding confidence and breaking societal norms. But it wasn't just women who embraced this feathered trend; even military regiments like the Second Regiment of Life Guards proudly displayed plumes on their uniforms. These majestic warriors crashed into battle against the Persian Army with tremendous force, their plumed helmets adding an aura of grandeur to their bravery. It also found their way into high society events. Viscountess Castlereagh made waves when she appeared at a glamorous affair wearing her famous necklace and tiara paired with exquisite plumage accents. The combination was nothing short of breathtaking. Fashion continued its love affair with feathers throughout time - evening clothing adorned with pearls and lace took center stage in 1912 while court gowns by Reville showcased opulence fit for royalty. Feathers themselves are fascinating creatures - each one unique yet collectively forming beautiful plumage. They represent freedom, lightness, and elegance - qualities that captivate our imagination across eras.