Corduroy Collection

The Biba Boutique in West London. Kensington High Street area. Young ladies, possibly staff, models, and friends help move the clothes down the street

What People Are Wearing - Annika Wills and Anne Nightingale
On the left: The English actress Annika Wills (better known as Anneke Wills, b. 1941) wearing a Levi jacket and jeans from Sportique and a matching hat belonging to her husband

Paper Hair-cord Maker, c1802. Creator: Hokusai
Paper Hair-cord Maker, c1802

Unidentified child, standing outdoors, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Unidentified child, standing outdoors, between 1896 and 1942. Boy wearing corduroy knickerbockers and a cardigan

Coates, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 19. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Coates, Dorothy, Miss, portrait photograph, 1916 Jan. 19

Mrs. Rheta C. Dorr, Suffragist, with First Edition of The Suffragist, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Rheta C
Mrs. Rheta C. Dorr, Suffragist, with First Edition of The Suffragist, 1913. American journalist, writer, and political activist, the first editor of the influential newspaper, The Suffragist

Mrs. Rheta C. Dorr, Suffragist, with First Edition of The Suffragist, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Rheta C
Mrs. Rheta C. Dorr, Suffragist, with First Edition of The Suffragist, 1913. American journalist, writer, and political activist, the first editor of the influential newspaper, The Suffragist

Movie set for a western, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Movie set for a western, between 1896 and 1942

Movie set for a western, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Movie set for a western, between 1896 and 1942

Bird Segle McGuire with Rep. J.S. Davenport, left, and Mrs. McGuire, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Bird Segle McGuire with Rep. J.S. Davenport, left, and Mrs. McGuire [Ruby Ridgeway], 1913. McGuire, Rep. 1909-1915; Delegate from Oklahoma Territory 1903-1907

Eaton School, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Eaton School, between 1910 and 1920
Eaton School, between 1910 and 1920. [Group of children: the boys wear tweed or corduroy suits with belted jackets and knickerbockers]

Audrey Vincent Jackson, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Audrey Vincent Jackson, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Audrey Vincent Jackson, 1913. Granddaughter of Rear Admiral George Albert Converse, US Navy, Died 1909

The Biba Boutique in West London. Young ladies, possibly staff, models, and friends help move the clothes down the street. Biba was a London fashion store of the 1960s and 1970s

Elton John, singer and songwriter pictured during his interview for John Gibson, Chief Sports Writer at The Newcastle Chronicle in November 1977

The Beatles chat with a young fan, and sign for her their autographs, at Liverpool Airport. They are on their way to fulfil an engagement at The Springfield Ballroom, Jersey

Corduroy Hats
Marshall & Snelgrove, advertising their new wider rib corduroy hats. Date: 1939

A Talk with the Keeper, May 25, 1881. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
A Talk with the Keeper, May 25, 1881. Albumen print

Boy practising archery in a wood. Date: circa 1980s

A Fisher Laddie, c. 1890 (photo)
877691 A Fisher Laddie, c.1890 (photo) by Patrick, James (1863-1933); 14x9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: photograph of a young boy sea fishing off the rocks; ); Scottish, out of copyright

Elton John leaves Heathrow Airport. He is going to Los Angeles for the party of Elton Johns Manager. Picture taken 9th September 1974

Two Babies In Matching Hat And Overalls

Corduroy Suit
Soft corduroy suit bound with petersham from Harrods, Knightsbridge. 1940

Burberry Womens Lounge Suit
Corduroy lounge suit, made by Burberry in the Haymarket. 1940

Farmer and his crop
Farmer standing amid his crop holding two sheaves of corn. Date: 1945

Walking outfit 1910
Not for author Lucie Delarue- Mardrus the long dress and the feathered hat : when she goes walking - which she does a lot - she wears this eminently practical outfit Date: 1910

Two men with five dogs in a garden. Date: circa 1920s

Picture No. 10894695
Corduroy Road - over lake with bird hide Date:

Corduroy under a magnifying glass. Corduroy is a woven fabric

Stiebel Dressing Gown
Design by Victor Stiebel, with accompanying notes for an oyster corduroy velvet dressing coat over pyjamas, designed for Miss Vines in an unspecified stage play

Boy & Girl with Bicycle
A boy in his school uniform and a girl, wearing a corduroy pinafore dress and seated on a bicycle, pose for the camera

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"Corduroy: From Fashion to Functionality" Corduroy hats have become the latest trend, adding a touch of vintage charm to any outfit. Annika Wills and Anne Nightingale showcase their impeccable style by donning these fashionable headpieces. At the Biba Boutique in West London, young ladies, possibly staff or models, exude elegance as they sport corduroy ensembles. The boutique's Kensington High Street location has become a hub for fashion-forward individuals seeking unique and trendy pieces. Even renowned singer-songwriter Elton John embraces the allure during his interview with John Gibson. His choice of attire reflects his timeless sense of style and individuality. In another corner of the Biba Boutique, The Beatles engage in friendly banter with a young fan while graciously signing autographs. Their casual yet cool corduroy outfits perfectly capture their iconic image. Traveling back in time to May 25, 1881, we witness an intriguing conversation between "A Talk with the Keeper" captured by Henry Peach Robinson. Corduroy fabric is not only stylish but also functional for outdoor activities such as archery practiced by a young boy in a wood or worn by a fisher laddie around 1890. Transitioning from fashion to functionality once again brings us to a farmer tending his crop. Clad in durable corduroy overalls or suits like Burberry Women's Lounge Suit, he exemplifies how this fabric withstands tough conditions while maintaining its classic appeal. Whether it's making bold fashion statements at high-end boutiques or serving practical purposes on farms and beyond, corduroy continues to captivate both style enthusiasts and those seeking reliable clothing options throughout history.