Remember When . . . The Skirts Slimmed?

Time for a fashion break! This time, some of the beautiful pieces from the early 20th century.

Edwardian styles are, interestingly, inspiring modern designers, thanks to the influence of Downton Abbey. And for good reason. They're sooooo pretty! In the early 1900s, the bustle of the late 19th century had disappeared, and skirts had slimmed. And while the corset for the most part remained a staple of life, a few influential designers decided that a woman's natural figure was to be desired and began introducing clothes that tossed the corset out the window. Freedom!

Take a look at some of these gorgeous clothes...

Evening gowns, 1911

Hand-embroidered/beaded, layered tulle dress, c. 1910

Satin/tulle dinner gown with metallic embroidery, c. 1912

Floral tulle dress with beaded/embroidered panels, c.1905

Evening gown

c. 1900 Liberty & Co velvet burnous

And the unmentionables... ;-)

Maybe next week we'll look at the wide variety of hats, from extravagant wide-brims to the predecessor of the cloche of the 20s, in style during the Edwardian period. But for now, my boy-o's begging for breakfast...