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Silhouettes: The Fashion History Podcast

Belle Silhouettes
Fashion History
Victorian Era
The Gilded Age
Personal Styling
Sexuality and Empowerment
Red Lingerie
Icons Of British Fashion
Societal Norms
Cultural Perceptions
Vivienne Westwood
Blenheim Palace
Women's Clothing
French Fashion
American Fashion
Mirrors
Rose Bertin
Underpinnings Museum
Feminine Aesthetics
Marketing Psychology
Regency Fashion

From corsets to suits, lipstick to boots, fashion has defined culture since the dawn of time. Welcome to Silhouettes: The Fashion History Podcast all about the importance of the clothes we wear. Join your host, Belle, as we delve deep into the rich, often unexpected history of fashion, the many ways it has framed our world and how it continues to define the human experience ✨

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Step into the suburbs and discover a side of fashion history you might not expect. In this episode we explore Kingston Glamour: Art, Innovation and the Suburbs, the exhibition that explores how Kingston became a hub of style, nightlife, and cultural ... more

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In this special episode, we step behind into the cinematic world of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich-the UK's most filmed heritage site and backdrop to iconic productions like Bridgerton, The Crown, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Les Misérable... more

Cosprop is one of the world's leading costume houses, known for supplying beautifully researched and constructed period dress for film, television, and theatre productions. In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Sage Foley, Assistant Curator o... more

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Rebecca Wood
Museum officer at Jane Austen's House, passionate about sharing Jane Austen's world
Jane Austen's House
Episode: Fashion at Jane Austen's House
Sage Foley
Assistant Curator of the John Bright Collection at Cosprop, with over a decade of experience as a costume professional.
Cosprop
Episode: From Archive To Screen: Inside Cosprop with Assistant Curtor Sage Foley
Grace Timothy
Writer and brand leader of Revive & Thrive at Goodwood
Revive & Thrive, Goodwood
Episode: Rethink, Repair and Re-wear: The Spirit of Goodwood Revival
Elizabeth The Thirsty
Drag queen historian blending drag with history and fashion.
Episode: When History Meets Drag: A Conversation with Elizabeth The Thirsty
Matthew Storey
Curator of the Dress Codes exhibition at Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace
Episode: Dress Codes & Royal Power: Inside Kensington Palace with Matthew Storey
Joanne Fenn
Collections Manager and Registrar at the Kent State University Museum
Kent State University Museum
Episode: The Hepburn Style: Katharine and Her Designers
Dr. Isabella Rosner
Curator of The Royal School of Needlework, focused on embroidery history
Royal School of Needlework
Episode: Tales of Textiles: Fashion within The Royal School of Needlework collection
Elizabeth L. Block
An art historian and senior editor in the Publications and Editorial Department at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She focuses on 19th century US painting and hairdressing.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Episode: The Power of Hairdressing in the 19th Century
Kate Ballenger
Keeper of Palace and Collections and curator of the Icons of British Fashion exhibition
Blenheim Palace
Episode: (PREVIEW) A Guided Tour of Blenheim Palace and the ‘Icons of British Fashion’ Exhibition

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Belle
Host and primary voice guiding discussions on the rich history of fashion and its cultural implications

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Just what I’ve been wanting

    Educational, kept my interest also glad it’s British haha. Such great topics with the perfect amount of depth. Love!! Thank you

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Listeners appreciate the educational depth of the content, noting it remains engaging and well-structured.
The blend of British cultural insights with fashion history is particularly praised, appealing to fans of British sophistication.

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Royal Fashion Unveiled: The Making of ‘Dress Codes'
Q: Could you please introduce yourself and tell us about your role as curator at Historic Royal Palaces?
I am Matthew Storey, the curator of the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, which includes over 9,500 items that tell the story of clothing worn at the Royal Court and by members of the Royal Family.
Tales of Textiles: Fashion within The Royal School of Needlework collection
Q: How does embroidery reflect the relationship between the classes?
Embroidery has been used throughout history by various social classes, expanding access from the wealthy to the middle and lower classes with the rise of education and changes in textile production.
Tales of Textiles: Fashion within The Royal School of Needlework collection
Q: What is the main thing that you hope visitors will take away from visiting the exhibition?
A deep appreciation for and love of embroidery, along with insights into the history of English embroidery.
The History of Underwear in the 18th Century (with Elisabeth Gernerd)
Q: How did underwear and accessories contribute to transforming dress and fashionable dress in this time period?
Underwear defined the fashionable silhouette during this time, with shifts in styles impacting how outer garments were designed and worn by women.
The History of Underwear in the 18th Century (with Elisabeth Gernerd)
Q: Can you just talk us through your approach to how you went about researching this book?
The research involved a lot of archival work and visits to museums, examining both material artifacts and printed sources to understand the garments in their historical context.

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2. Sage Foley
3. Grace Timothy
4. Elizabeth The Thirsty
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6. Joanne Fenn
7. Dr. Isabella Rosner
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