Sleeves Collection (#39)

Quilted & Ermine Coat
Orientally inpired evening coat with cape collar, loose tubular sleeves & pleated back panel in a quilted brightly coloured ornate printed fabric lined & trimmed with ermine

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

Asymetrical Trim 1922
Barrel-line dress: slash neck & all-round turnover collar creating a berta or cape effect, narrow sleeves, asymetrical bands of trim & a low slung belt at the hips

Sable & Suede Coat 1922
Suede coat with voluminous sleeves & high stand collar trimmed with sable fur. Worn with black gloves, Louis heeled shoes & a ribbon trimmed cloche hat

Tailored Suit by Worth
Tailored suit by Worth in salmon pink & black: sac-like jacket with half-length sleeves, pockets & high loose fitting collar & a barrel-line skirt or 2-piece dress

Summer Frocks 1929
Summer frocks: sleeveless & white with a central back pleat; princess line with long sleeves & pleated hem; box pleated skirt & collarless jacket with scallop edge

Two-Tone Dress / New Look
The sleeves are cut with the upper bodice and fitted to a deep waist band. The skirt is composed of bands of alternating brown & grey fabric of increasing width

Ascot Frock 1933
Ascot frock by Raphael, Lewis & Silver in a bold azalia floral print with 3 beige organdie flounces at the hem & a matching cross-over front jacket with puffed sleeves

Astrakhan Sleeves
A coat from the Ledux Company, Leeds with large decorative buttons, over- stitching & Astrakhan sleeves with gathered tops. Worn with a contrasting belt

Office Dispute
Trouble at the office? Is the Manager (in the checked jacket and pencil behind the ear) patronising a male colleague and invading his personal space by touching his shoulder?

Skunk Fur Coat / Bruyere
A three-quarter length coat by Bruyere in black wool with skunk fur sleeves. The model wears a hat with a wide up-turned brim which frames her face

Embroidery & Fur Coat
A design by Raphael: A full length evening coat in white satin profusely embroidered with sequins & with a fur roll collar & sleeves

Indian Lamb Coat 1930S
A short length coat in grey Indian lamb by Maurice with decorative suede insets. The funnel shaped sleeves are gathered at the shoulder. A fur cap completes the outfit

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

Huzzar Jumper 1933
Unusual hand-knitted pullover modelled on a Huzzars uniform incorporates a bold geometric pattern of light coloured bands of diminishing length on bodice & sleeves

Thirties Velvet Frock
A marcel waved blonde on a lion footed stool wears a shimmering gown in patterned velvet with kimono sleeves & a deep V neckline - the gored skirt in folds at her feet

Coronation Habit C13Th
King in his Coronation Habit: long, highly ornate tunic with magyar sleeves worn with a buckled girdle, green mantle with decorative lining & soled hose

Ladies of C15Th
Ermine lined gown with belt, gown with tight sleeves worn over the knuckles or turned back to form a cuff, sleeveless garment with side vent worn over a kirtle

Charles Ix / King France
CHARLES IX, KING OF FRANCE wears a cap ornamented with jewels & feathers, a small ruff, embroidered cape, doublet with slashed sleeves, jerkin & slashed & bombasted trunk hose

C17th Noblewomen
French noblewomen: lace falling collar & collars that mark the transition between that & the ruff; padded sleeves, double-skirts tabbed bodices

Farming Couple 1790
A relatively prosperous farming couple. She wears a fashionable white muslin gown & shoes with pointed toes & vamps. He is more informally attired in his shirt sleeves

London Fashions 1830
English fashions in a French magazine! Do tricolore ribbons reveal sympathy for the revolution? White redingotes: mancherons, tight sleeves with a puffed upper, bonnets & veils

White Dress 1812
White muslin dress worn with white spencer trimmed with decorative edging. The sleeves have 7 divisions and are en bouffants with equidistant bands. The ankles are exposed

Costume / Girl & Mum 1835
Blue silk & black velvet pelisse-mantle with hanging sleeves, lace edged collar & brooch. Girl: pink mantle with imbecile sleeves & large revers, peaked cap with tassel

Anne of Cleves
Fourth wife of Henry VIII

Smart Young Woman 1890S
A smart young woman wearing a dark suit with mutton chop sleeves, photographed with her favourite dachshund

Mixed Costume 1890S
Two young men (brothers. perhaps) and their wives, one with a child sitting on her lap

Old / New Promenade / Heath
Old & New ways of promenading are contrasted - a satire on the manners & fashions of 2 generations. N.B The overblown proportions of tiny waists, huge hats & gigot sleeves!

Country Slip / Coat 1913
A gentleman dressed for the country in a slip ( slip- on or slip- over ) - a roomy overcoat with raglan sleeves, a fly-front & pocket flaps

Costume May 1869
Girl: over-skirt with apron front, fringing & bows. Brown polonaise with train & sleeves with volans; white dress with pelerine cape, sash bow & over-skirt raised at the back

Couple at the races in a costume brochure
An elegant couple at the races. He is wearing a frock coat, top hat, grey trousers, cravat and buttonhole. She is wearing a jacket body with gigot sleeves, a high necked blouse and lace jabot

Walking Dress 1860
Black velvet mantle, green silk dress; blue silk dress with black & blue flounces, sleeves with puffings & black frills; Pardessus Medici with violet silk ruchings

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

Evening Dress 1826
Short black cut-away coat with gigot sleeves, M -cut collar, white waistcoat, silk under- waistcoat, top hat, black pumps & Wellington pantaloons (buttoned at the calf)

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

Man & Boy / Costume 1827
Man: grey D-B overcoat, full skirts, gigot sleeves, hip pockets & beaver fur collar. Boy: quartered cap with pom- pom & Athenienne coat with mother-of-pearl buttons

Wedding Dress 1840
A young bride about to sign the register wears a dress with 3 lace edged flounces, pointed waist, bell shaped upper sleeves worn over a tightfitting under sleeve

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"Sleeves: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step into the world of sleeves, where fashion meets history and art intertwines with culture. From the regal elegance of Elizabeth I to the fierce determination of suffragettes, they have played a significant role in shaping our perception of power, grace, and resilience. In George Gower's portrait of Elizabeth I, Queen of England and Ireland circa 1588, her majestic presence is enhanced by voluminous sleeves that symbolize her authority. These extravagant garments were not only fashionable but also served as a visual representation of her reign. Fast forward to a time when women fought for their rights on multiple fronts. The suffragette movement embraced unconventional methods like Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense. Imagine these brave women donning tailored suits with practical yet stylish sleeves that allowed them freedom while making a statement about their strength. Venturing outside the realm of royalty and activism, we find blacksmiths working tirelessly at their forge. Their muscular arms adorned with rolled-up sleeves speak volumes about hard work and dedication. These unsung heroes embody the essence of craftsmanship through sweat-soaked shirtsleeves. Frans Hals' iconic painting "The Laughing Cavalier" captures an enigmatic figure from two different eras - 1624 and 1943 or c1915 respectively. In both versions, his elaborate lace cuffs add flair to his flamboyant attire while reflecting changing fashion trends over time. Sleeves transcend gender boundaries as well; Vaslav Nijinsky effortlessly combines athleticism with grace in his tennis outfit featuring short-sleeved tops that allow him unrestricted movement on the court. This fusion between sports and style showcases how even functional clothing can be transformed into a fashion statement. Evening wear takes center stage in 1939 when glamorous gowns boasted intricate sleeve designs that added drama to every step taken on red carpets around the world.