The Arts and Crafts Movement; an introduction

Marshall & Snelgrove Ltd, 1895 – 1900, V&A Museum Characterised by flowing lines and natural floral motifs, the Arts and Crafts Movement was a reaction to industrialisation, as opposed to being a style with a specific set of rules. It promoted and celebrated...

Dior Dress Analysis, 1947

Figure 1, a black pencil dress, with 15 covered buttons up the centre front. 1949 Here is a dress created by Christian Dior in 1947. Technically, it is a simple, black two-piece ensemble, with two skirt options. The bodice itself has 3 self-covered buttons and...
The Mini Tea Dress

The Mini Tea Dress

Super easy to style, the tea dress is a classic and timeless piece that never fails to look elegant. Characterised by their forever-feminine silhouette and sleek lines, they compliment every body shape beautifully.  I’ve always loved tea dresses for how...