Crepe Collection (page 5)

Courtaulds waterproof crape for mourning, 1915
Advertisement for Courtaulds Waterproof crape, available in the usual firm finish, or in a soft finish. Ideal for fashionable mourning and obtained from the leading drapers of the world. Date: 1915

Advert for Jays negligees 1936
Exquisitely trimmed negligee. Left, rich satin trim with lace. Right, heavy crepe material with lace. Date: 1936

Liberty jumper
Jumper in hand-printed crepe de chine, with collar and facings of plain silk, from Libertys own works at Merton Abbey. Available in a variety of designs and colours, costing 3

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove teagowns 1917
Two graceful teagowns. 1917

Advert for Stockings by Bear Brand 1937
Confidence... Every woman desires that supreme self-assurance which only perfection in matters of details can give. 1937

Advert for Army & Navy bridal gown 1934
Ivory crepe satin bridal gown. The bodice and sleeves are embroidered entirely with silver bugles and diamate. Date: 1934

Advert for Barkers blouses 1914
Barkers of Kensington, With the object of keeping all our workrooms occupied and the staff fully employed during this period of stress we have cut over profits down to the extreme limit

Fashion for spring 1934
Two women wearing floral linen dressses, one with knife-pleated underskirt made from black marocain, detachable cape on the shoulders

Advert for Debenham & Freebody frocks 1917
A selection of afternoon dresses. 1917

Advert for Debenham & Freebody pyjamas and nightdresses 1934
Floral printed pyjamas and nightdresses, portrayed in pure silk, crepe-de-chine and wasing satin trimmed with dainty frill of plain georgette to tone. 1934

Fashion for summer 1934
Both women have three quarter length frocks made from printed crepe, frock on right has cowl-like drapery to the edge with knife-pleats. Light weight coats with frills to edging. Date: 1934

Fashion for winter 1934
Three women wearing vivid printed evening dresses, dress on the left made from crepe-de-chine draped neckline and frilled sleeves, tied at the back with a long sash

Canada, Quebec, Montreal. Typical Frence Canadian food, asparagus crepes with cheese sauce & pine nuts

Ladling Crepe Batter onto Crepe Pan from Pyrex Bowl

Two crepes filled with seafood sauce and sprinkled with grated gruyere cheese, garnished with parsley

Three lemon and sugar crepes, on a plate, close-up

Sugar-sprinkled pancakes served on a plate with a slice of lemon, close up

Ladling pancake batter onto frying pan (making buckwheat pancakes), close-up

Crepes being flambed in a pan

Frico cup with figs and parma ham garnished with rocket leaves

Crepes suzette on a plate

Baked Swiss chard crepes in a baking dish

Crepes sprinkled with sugar and served with lemon wedges on a plate, close-up

Mixing batter with wooden spoon (making buckwheat pancakes), close-up

Ban khoai, Vietnamese crepes stuffed with prawns, served with bowl of Nuoc dau phung peanut dipping sauce

Chicken crepes florentine on plate

Adding eggs to flour in glass bowl (making buckwheat pancakes), close-up

Mini Cherry Tomato and Basil Pesto Galettes

Sliding finished pancakes from frying pan onto plate (making buckwheat pancakes), close-up

Layered fruit crepes

Two pancakes, rolled up and sprinkled with sugar, served with two lemon slices on a plate, view from above

Crepes served with melted butter and lemon slices, on a plate, sugar shaker and cutlery in background

The Kalaw Hotel - Kalaw - The Hotel is off to one side near the end of the valley - stucco and half-timbered, casual and unpretentious

Advert for Harrods women nightwear 1930
New pyjamas show longer lines, sailor collar and feminine bows. These three models, high of waist and long of limb, are typical of the new feeling for lenght which pervades the mode

Advert for Stockings by Bear Brand 1939
A photograph showing two ladies taking tea dressed in stylish 1930s day dresses. 1939

Cafe window, Latin Quarter, left bank, Paris, France

Washington, DC Spectators at side of the Capitol, which is hung with crepe and has flag at half-mast during the grand review of the Union Army. Date photographed 1865, printed 1905

Fabric design, Art Gout Beaute, 1929
Fabric design for a crepe de chine small flowered print in yellow, brown, grey and cream on a black background, Art Gout Beaute, 1929. 1929

Elegant woman in visiting dress by Beer
An elegant young woman wearing a coral pink visiting dress in satin crepe with pearl and diamante embroidery on the skirt and a matching long scarf, by Beer. 1924

Three dresses by Beer, Premet and Martial et Armand
Three fashionable women wearing evening dresses. On the left, a salmon pink narrow strap tubular satin crepe casino dress with embroidered silver pearls and a green fan detail at the hip, by Beer

Two ladies in summer outfits by Martial et Armand
Two fashionable young ladies in summer outfits by Martial et Armand. On the left, a white crepe dress with red lace trimming

Fashionable young lady in an outfit by Molyneux
Fashionable young lady dressed for the lido in a pyjama-style outfit by Molyneux, with a printed silk fabric for the top, and smooth pink crepe for the trousers. 1924

Four young ladies in fashionable summer outfits

Two young ladies in evening dresses by Beer
Two fashionable young ladies in sleeveless evening dresses by Beer. On the left, blue moire decorated with roses and small pearls

Two young ladies in dresses by Jeanne Lanvin
Two fashionable young ladies wearing dresses by Jeanne Lanvin. On the left, an afternoon dress in raspberry-coloured crepe with silver embroidery

Two ladies in coats designed by Drecoll and Jenny
Two fashionable ladies wearing the latest coat designs. On the left, a woollen coat in grey, with pleating, buttons and fur trimming, and a gold-coloured pocket, by Drecoll

Two young ladies in outfits by Doeuillet and Paul Poiret
Two young ladies in fashionable autumn outfits. On the left, an evening dress in white satin crepe with bands in various colours on the skirt, by Doeuillet

Fashions for the 1927 debutante
A page of beautiful illustrations by Anne Rochester outlining the essential items required by the seasons debutante, inlcuding a georgette wrapper (dressing gown) patterened with cherries

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"Captivating Crepe: A Timeless Fabric Design" Step back in time to the Art Gout Beaute era of 1924, where crepe fabric designs took center stage. From handbag adverts for Army and Navy to stunning ensembles dressed by Chantal, this versatile material left a lasting impression. In 1911, suffragettes proudly paraded during the Coronation Procession, donning crepe outfits as a symbol of their fight for equality. The elegance continued with daytime attire crafted by fashion icons Drecoll, Poiret, and Jenny - three names synonymous with sophistication. As the sun dipped below the horizon, afternoon dresses by Poiret and Drecoll showcased the ethereal beauty of crepe. Its flowing texture gracefully draped over women's silhouettes like delicate petals on a crape myrtle tree (Lagerstromia indica). Printed Fortnum & Mason dresses designed exclusively for Riviera casinos added an element of glamour to any soirée. Meanwhile, Gorringes' advert from 1928 highlighted how crepe effortlessly elevated women's clothing choices. Even during challenging times like World War II, crepe remained resilient. A cruising suit circa 1940 demonstrated its durability while maintaining style and grace amidst uncertainty. No outfit was complete without stockings that exuded luxury; Bear Brand's advert from 1933 emphasized how perfectly crepe complemented these accessories. Whether it be fabric design or its presence in advertisements throughout history, one thing is certain - crepe has stood the test of time as a symbol of timeless elegance and refined taste.