REGENCY 1795-1820

This period of fashion history was greatly influenced by the ‘Prince Regent’ and took its inspiration from ancient Greece.

Ladies dresses were high-waisted to form the ‘empire silhouette’ with softly gathered straight skirts, low necklines and puff sleeves.

Mens ‘dress coats’ were fitted and straight, cut short and square at the front with tails to the knee at the back. High collared, ruffled shirts were worn underneath with a short waistcoat and narrow fitting trousers. The ‘Top Hat’ also made its entrance into fashion history.

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