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Lace in Concert The cravat is an early version of a man’s necktie. It could be a plain piece of white linen tied around the neck, with the free ends falling below the throat. A gentleman’s cravat would have been decorated with fine lace, as lace was especially fashionable for men in the 17th century. During this period, the greatest lace makers were working in Italy and Belgium. France, however, wished to create a competing industry that would stop the costly imports of lace. cravat, France, needle lace, fashion, 17th century, Charles LeBrun, Jean Bèrain the elder
Delicate Buttons for Delicate Lives For centuries before Velcro and zippers came along, there were buttons! These charming scenes, carved from ivory and placed on colored foil, reflect tremendous care and skill and highlight the importance of buttons as fashion accessories. Even today, the choice of buttons can greatly impact the overall impression of a garment. buttons, fashionable, ivory, fashion, accessories, France
Tim Gunn's Keynote at the Teen Design Fair Tim Gunn speaks about design and answers real questions from teens. Webcasting live from New York City. The Teen Design Fair is a special opportunity for teens who want to learn about design careers from National Design Award winners and others working at the top fields in fashion, interaction, communications, architecture, and more. Teen Design Fair, Tim Gunn, fashion
Conspicuous Waist: Waistcoats and Waistcoat Designs 1700-1952 waistcoats, fashion, costume, men's clothing
Design by the Yard: Textile Printing from 800 to 1956 textiles, textile design, textile printing, fabrics, apparel, fashion
The Greenleaf Collection: Textile Arts from the 16th to the Early 19th Century textiles, textile design, lace making, lace, needlework, embroidery, fashion, Richard Cranch Greenleaf
Fashion Plates in the Collection of the Cooper-Hewitt Museum Publication design: Mentkya/Schlott fashion, prints, permanent collection
Buttons in the Collection of the Cooper-Hewitt Museum Publication design: Gottschalk + Ash International buttons, accessories, fashion, ornament, permanent collection
Folding Fans in the Collection of the Cooper-Hewitt Museum Publication design: H Plus fans, accessories, fashion, permanent collection, ch:exhibition=35350111
Cooper-Hewitt: Fashioning Felt Fashioning Felt on view Mar 6 through Sept 7, 2009 at Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. This exhibition explores the varied new uses of felt in a range of fields, including product design, fashion, architecture, and home furnishings. Fashioning Felt, Exhibition, felt, fiber, friction, fashion, product, furniture, wool