Women’s Fashion from 1900 to 1919 The previous century had produced crinolines, bustles, polonaises, dolmans, abundant frills and furbelow’s of every description. But the new century, at the height of the Belle Epoch ( beautiful era) was bowing to simplicity and to common sense. Though details were still elaborate, fussy trimmings and unnatural lines were …
A Brief History of 1950’s Makeup A concise illustrated guide to 1950s makeup looks and cosmetic developments, featuring the key styles for women in that decade. The age of makeup entered its golden age in the 1950’s. For the first time, unknown models began to rival the big Hollywood names in becoming the ‘face’ of …
The 1940s Face – 7 Make-up Secrets by Gabriela Hernandez. Excerpt from her book Classic Beauty – The History of Make-up Gabriela Hernandez shares her basic 7 points to a 1940s style face. The 1940s Face – Seven Secrets 1. 1940s Eyebrows are manicured and are kept natural in thickness. 2.Dark brown pencil is used …
The definitive story about women’s Make-up. by Gabriela Hernandez [ founder of Besame Cosmetics] The definition of a beautiful face has never been constant. Gabriela’s stunning new book explores the social political climates which helped mould what are now accepted beauty rituals. Classic beauty is a stunning reference book, chronicling make-up trends for eyes, lips, …
Rare 1920s Color Fashion Film – This rare 1920’s fashion archive color film found by archivist Murray Glass features some stunning 1920’s dress styles from the spring of 1928. Here it is again with a breakdown of each item of clothing as worn by some well know women of the late 1920’s. Read our exclusive …
We have now updated this popular post to a much more in-depth and fully illustrated page – A Concise Illustrated History of 1920s Women’s Fashion ! Also if you’re a fan of the 1940s, read the Concise history of fashion – 1940 to 1949. They’re entertaining and an educational read and packed with oodles of imagery and links. …
Flapper Makeup For a full How to Apply 1920s Makeup Tutorial Check out The makeup Look Timeline Also The History of Glamour makeup Prior to 1920, wearing makeup could be a dangerous proposition. It contained chemicals such as lead, sulfur and mercury. Beyond the health risks, it was not proper for nice girls to wear …