Do you love taking a peek into the past? Me too!
Hello lovely, Pull up a chair, pop the kettle on, and let’s take a little step back in time. This Fashion History collection is where we go beyond the pretty clothes and really get into it. From the practical magic of wartime make do and ‘em d to the swishy optimism of the 1950s, to the bold, bright revolution of the 1960s and the free spirited clash of the 1970s, you’ll find posts about designers, models, icons and history behind the fashion.
What you’ll find in this collection
This hub gathers all of my fashion history posts in one place, so you can explore the people, moments, and movements that shaped what we wear. Here you’ll find:
- Designer deep dives into the icons of couture and ready to wear
- Style muses and cultural icons
- Trend and garment histories
- Iconic fashion moments
- Decade round ups and society style
- The History of the Trench Coat in Women’s Fashion
- Hattie Carnegie: The Seventh Avenue powerhouse who shaped American fashion
- Fashion History – Icons, designers and trendsetters: 1970s
- Sir Norman Hartnell: The Crown’s Couturier and a Legacy Sewn in Silk
- Colleen Corby: The Teen Model who Defined 1960s Fashion
- A 1950s evening out
- The History of the Bikini
- Capri, Colour and Couture: The Rise of Emilio Pucci
- Jean Shrimpton: The face that changed fashion
- Fashion History – Edith Head
- Fashion History – André Courrèges
- Fashion history – Sharon Tate
- Fashion History – Jacques Fath
- Fashion History – Frederick’s of Hollywood
- Fashion History – Pattie Boyd
- Fashion History – Barbara Hulanicki
- Fashion History – Anne Fogarty
- Fashion History – Priscilla Presley
- Fashion History – 1940s Socialites
- Fashion History – Babe Paley
- Fashion History – The Cocktail Dress
- Fashion History – Icons, designers and trendsetters: 1960s
- Fashion History – Barbara Hutton
- Fashion History – Lee Miller
- Fashion History – Ingrid Bergman
- Fashion History – Icons, Trendsetters and Designers – 1950s
- Fashion History – Edie Sedgwick
- Fashion History – Diana Dors
- Fashion History – Icons, designers, and trendsetters – 1940s
- Fashion History – Mary Quant
- Fashion History – Dovima
- Fashion History – Marilyn Monroe
- Fashion History – Lauren Bacall
- Fashion History – Rita Hayworth
- Fashion History – Hubert Givenchy
- Fashion History – Grace Kelly’s Wedding
- Fashion History – Cristóbal Balenciaga
- Fashion History – Elizabeth Taylor’s Wedding Dresses
- Fashion History – Pierre Cardin
- Fashion History – Hedy Lamarr
- Fashion History – Bettie Page
- Fashion History – Christian Dior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fashion History with Ms Delightful?
It’s a collection of posts exploring the movers and shakers of vintage fashion, from designers and their iconic brands to models and it girls.
What kind of topics do you cover on this page?
You’ll find features in legendary designers, style icons, trendsetters and specific fashion moments and garments.
Which eras are focused on?
Most of the stories here circle around mid-century style, especially the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s. I am expanding my knowledge into earlier and later decades though.
Are these posts helpful for modern outfit inspiration?
Absolutely! My aim is to help you understand the story behind the look, so you can borrow the silhouette, colours and attitude in a modern way.
How often is the page updated?
Whenever a new fashion history post is published (every 5 weeks), it gets added into this hub so everything stays gathered in one inspirational place.
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