Victorian and Edwardian wedding dresses

Article Abstract:

Wedding dresses have a very long history, as the notion of a bride being wed in a special garment is almost as old as weddings itself. They are also fairly available as a collectible, because most women took special care to save and preserve them after their weddings.

Author: Grimble, Frances
Publisher: Lightner Publishing Corporation
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1992
History, Wedding costume, Marriage customs and rites, Marriage customs

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In pursuit of purses

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Vintage purses, especially those decorated with beadwork from between the late 18th and early 20th centuries, are much in demand as collectibles. Beaded purses were made by companies as well as individual hobbyists. Purchasing and care tips are provided.

Author: Grimble, Frances
Publisher: Lightner Publishing Corporation
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1992
Handbags, Beadwork

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Collecting women's hats

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Hats made between 1890 and 1930 are among the most interesting and can be found in a variety of styles and prices. Victorian, Edwardian and World War I-era hats are described. A list of books, mail-order dealers and prices are included.

Author: Grimble, Frances
Publisher: Lightner Publishing Corporation
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1993
Hats

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