pt. 1. 19th century, 1830-1900
Evolution in a thimble 1830-1900
Why hoop skirts were born
The nine sequential phases of the rise and fall and rise (again!) of the bustle
The out-of-style fashion show
How undergarments affected the posture and shape of women's bodies (corsets, brassieres)
Special occasion clothes (reform dress, weddings, maternity clothes, mourning dress, bathing suits)
Modern improvements (photography, sewing machines, washing machines, hairstyles)
How to trace your ancestors ... literally!
women's clothes 1840-1900
Children's clothes 19th century
Girls' clothes 1840-1900. pt. 2, 20th century, 1900-1960. Overview
The first two decades 1900-1920
Fashion changes 1920-1960
The psychology of clothes
Overview, boys' and girls' clothes.
