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Historic Fashions Calendar : Turning the Centuries (Historic Fashions Calendars)

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While the primary focus of this calendar is on fashions from 1890-1910, there are a few examples of early 19th century dress plus one lovely embroidered mantua (a loose-fitting gown) from 1700. The main emphasis of this calendar is not so much on dress, however, as on the museums from which the featured items of clothing were selected. A different museum is showcased each month along with several items from it's collection. Information on how to contact each museum is also listed, including web addresses. Featured institutions include: Royal Ontario Museum, Old Sturbridge Village, Missouri Historical Association, Hillwood Museum and Gardens, Old State House, DAR Museum, Nevada State Museum and Goldstein Museum of Design.

Those of us who are particularly interested in the early 19th century are always eagerly looking for more extant costume examples, and this year's calendar has several. The turn of the 18th century mantua is also a treat as there are so few of them illustrated anywhere. Ms. Queen has done her usual excellent job compiling the photos from a variety of museums. I can hardly wait to see next year's!