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Fashion - Fashions in the Era of Jane Austen: Ackermann's Repository of Arts

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Book Synopsis: What gown would you have worn to be the belle of the ball in April 1811? Choose any month in any year between 1809 and 1820 and find the most fashionable attire in England. Fashions in the Era of Jane Austen is a comprehensive pictorial guide of ladies’ fashions collected from one of the most influential periodicals of Austen’s lifetime – Ackermann's Repository of Arts. Ackermann’s Repository was published in London over two hundred years ago and it provided ladies with monthly etchings of exquisite hand-painted plates featuring the latest fashions. Discover splendid illustrations of morning, evening, riding, and walking dresses with their coordinated accessories: hats, shoes, scarves, jewelry, parasols and more. The book contains more than 275 exquisite illustrations which are accompanied by the original descriptions, as published more than two hundred years ago. Fashions in the Era of Jane Austen covers twelve years of fashion in the Georgian and Regency periods (1809-1820). Costume designers, researchers, authors, and fashion lovers will all treasure these authentic examples of fashionable dress in the era of Jane Austen. * This book is best viewed in the paperback version and includes a full color illustration on nearly every page. The physical book price is set by CreateSpace, a company of Amazon.com approx. pages: 325 word count: 52,217 Read more

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Step into the glamorous world of 19th century England with Fashions in the Era of Jane Austen. Transport yourself back to the regency period and discover the most fashionable attire of the time. This comprehensive pictorial guide features exquisite hand-painted plates from Ackermann's Repository of Arts, a highly influential periodical. With over 275 stunning illustrations, accompanied by original descriptions, you'll be immersed in the opulence of Georgian and Regency fashion.

From morning gowns to evening dresses, and even riding and walking attire, this book showcases the full range of ladies' fashion in the era of Jane Austen. You'll marvel at the intricate details of each garment and learn about the coordinated accessories that completed the look. Hats, shoes, scarves, jewelry, parasols, and more - get a glimpse into the world of high society fashion.

Costume designers, researchers, authors, and fashion enthusiasts alike will treasure this authentic resource. Whether you're working on a period project or simply have an interest in the history of fashion, Fashions in the Era of Jane Austen is a must-have addition to your collection. With its paperback version, you can enjoy the full-color illustrations on nearly every page, bringing the past to life.

Don't miss out on this remarkable journey through time. Experience the elegance, charm, and sophistication of the regency period. Click here to immerse yourself in Fashions in the Era of Jane Austen and own a piece of history.

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