Criss Collection

Advertisement for women's criss-crossed front panel bra and girdle. Date: 1954

Womens swimwear 1909
Woman wearing a daring swimming costume for the time, with criss-cross ties to the sides. 1909

Nino, abuela y mama Raramuri en Barrancas del Cobre - Chihuahua, Mx
Massimo Benenti

Anglo-Saxon king in his State Habit wears a blue tunic with embroidered hem, a mantle secured with a brooch, red hose with gold criss-cross leg bandages & a square crown. Date: 9th century

Nobleman in his Habit of State wears a tunic with slit to the skirt & magyar sleeves, a mantle with jewelled clasp, criss-cross leg bandages over soled-hose & a stalked beret. Date: 13th century

Costume - King Edgar 966
Anglo-Saxons. King: red tunic, blue mantle with gold border fastened with a brooch & leg bandages. Youth: embroidered tunic, red mantle, criss-cross leg bandages. Date: 966

Shoes - Perugia - Bon Ton
Shoes by Perugia: A young lady shows her friend an orange pair of court shoes with open sides & criss-cross fronts. Her friend wears pink & purple T-bar shoes. Date: 1924

Criss, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Map of the routes of the three great crusades, 1926. Artist: Criss
Map of the routes of the three great crusades, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 2: Builders of the Church, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Close-Up Of Silhouetted Palm Fronds With Beautiful Sunset Color Sky In The Background; Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, United States Of America

Advert for Mexi-Coolee by Joyce California shoes 1946
Red criss cross sandals by Mexi-Coolee, Joyce California, fitted by Saxone. 1946

Surgeon General of the U. S. Army, 1943-47. Kirk (2nd from left, seated) meeting with his medical staff
NORMAN T. KIRK (1888-1960). Surgeon General of the U.S. Army, 1943-47. Kirk (2nd from left, seated) meeting with his medical staff. Painting by Francis Criss, c1944

Three outfits by Lucien Lelong and Philippe et Gaston
Three fashionable ladies in the latest outfits. On the left, a brown cape with pink border design, fur collar and leather details, by Lucien Lelong

Three sports outfits by Jean Patou and Bernard
Three young ladies wearing sports outfits. On the left, a striped short sleeved dress and parasol, by Jean Patou. In the middle, a three-piece white suit with high collar and ribbon bow

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"Criss: A Journey Through Time and Style" Step back in time with Criss, as we explore the diverse realms of fashion, sports, art, and culture. From the vintage allure of a 1954 advertisement for women's criss-crossed front panel bra and girdle to the elegant swimwear trends of 1909, Criss takes us on a sartorial adventure. Traveling to Chihuahua, Mexico, we witness the heartwarming bond between Nino, abuela y mama Raramuri in the breathtaking Barrancas del Cobre. Meanwhile, an Anglo-Saxon king dons his State Habit with a regal blue tunic adorned with intricate embroidery. Intriguingly contrasting this royal attire is a nobleman wearing his Habit of State featuring a tunic with magyar sleeves and a skirt slit. We catch glimpses of history through costume as King Edgar's iconic ensemble from 966 comes alive before our eyes. Shoes become works of art when Perugia's Bon Ton brand showcases their exquisite craftsmanship under the name "Criss. " Staying within the realm of sports history, we encounter another Criss – this time representing St. Louis in American League baseball during the White Border series (T206). The fascination continues as we delve into artistic endeavors by exploring an intricately detailed map depicting the routes followed during three great crusades in 1926 – all brought to life by an artist named Criss. Bringing us closer to modern times is an advert for Mexi-Coolee shoes by Joyce California from 1946. Once again encountering Criss from St. Louis American League baseball during T206 White Border series cards. Finally, nature captivates us as silhouetted palm fronds dance against a stunning sunset backdrop in Honolulu – reminding us that beauty can be found even amidst simplicity.