INSPIRATION and ADVICE for EVERYDAY RECYCLED GLAMOUR
Style: Valentine’s Day. Each year on 14th February, people exchange cards, chocolates or flowers with their special “valentine”. St. Valentine’s Day. Named for a Christian martyr and dates back to the 5th century. More than that the poet Chaucer in
Burn’s Night Celebrating the Life of the Great Bard Burns’ Night itself marks the anniversary of Robert ‘Rabbie’ Burns’ birth on the 25th January 1759. Additionally history can trace its origins back to nine of Burns’ close friends who decided
A Brief History of the Christmas Jumper The Christmas jumper is a long standing festive tradition for many families. From simple beginnings it has gone from garish gift to a desirable festive season must have. In 2019, it is estimated
Dress embellished halterneck, size 10. Halterneck: Yes there are bras designed to wear with these, but a little bust, works in tandem with the angular cut. They also show off a shoulder which is a sexy substitute to a cleavage.
John Bates; designer of the costumes for the TV series. The Avengers encapsulated fashion’s mid-60s turn towards youth. The most memorable collection of clothing designed by John Bates (who died aged 87). Had just 35 garments plus a few accessories,
Anne Tyrell dedicated more than five decades to the fashion industry. Latterly holding a string of positions including member of the British Fashion Council advisory board. Chairman of its colleges council and member of design charity Texprint’s management council. She
Gloucester Pin Making Industry – Enormous quantities of pins were used for the fastening of clothing. Elizabeth I was supplied with 24,000 ‘pynnes of diverse sorts’ just for her coronation. Pins secured the petticoat in a ruffle above the farthingale