Elaborate Dress Collection

Marriage of Louis de France (1682-1712), duke of Bourgogne with Marie Adelaide de Savoie
XIR164724 Marriage of Louis de France (1682-1712), duke of Bourgogne with Marie Adelaide de Savoie (1685-1712) in the Royal Chapel of Versailles, December 1694

Penelope (Pitt), Viscountess Ligonier, 1770 (oil on canvas)
HEH416306 Penelope (Pitt), Viscountess Ligonier, 1770 (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); 240x156.8 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA

Isabella, Countess of Hertford, 1765 (oil on canvas)
HNT167626 Isabella, Countess of Hertford, 1765 (oil on canvas) by Roslin, Alexander (1718-93); The Hunterian, University of Glasgow, Scotland; eHunterian Museum & Art Gallery; Swedish

Study of a Seated Woman (graphite on paper)
XYC281160 Study of a Seated Woman (graphite on paper) by Bonington, Richard Parkes (1802-28); 17.6x13 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190143 Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

A smartly dressed Herero woman has a beaded AIDS badge pinned to her chest. The origins of her elaborate dress and unique hat style can be traced back to 19th century German missionaries who took

A smartly dressed Herero woman waits for a bus. The origins of her elaborate dress and unique hat style can be traced back to 19th century German missionaries who took exception to what they

The Gozzadini Family (oil on canvas) (detail of 253911)
XAL344381 The Gozzadini Family (oil on canvas) (detail of 253911) by Fontana, Lavinia (1552-1614); 253x192 cm; Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna, Italy; (add.info.: La Famille; ); Italian

The Gozzadini Family (oil on canvas)
XAL253911 The Gozzadini Family (oil on canvas) by Fontana, Lavinia (1552-1614); 253x192 cm; Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna, Italy; (add.info.: La Famille; ); Italian, out of copyright

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"From Royal Weddings to Regal Portraits: The Timeless Allure of Elaborate Dress" Step into the world of opulence and grandeur as we explore the captivating history of elaborate dress. Witness the splendor of the Marriage of Louis de France, duke of Bourgogne, with Marie Adelaide de Savoie in 1682-1712, where every stitch spoke volumes about their noble status. Traveling through time, we encounter Penelope (Pitt), Viscountess Ligonier in 1770. Her oil on canvas portrait showcases a woman draped in an exquisite gown that exudes elegance and refinement. A true embodiment of sophistication. No discussion on elaborate dress would be complete without mentioning Queen Elizabeth I - The Armada Portrait. Painted on canvas, this iconic masterpiece captures her majesty's regal attire adorned with intricate details fit for a queen who ruled with grace and power. Isabella, Countess of Hertford graces us with her presence in a stunning oil on canvas painting from 1765. Her resplendent ensemble reflects both her impeccable taste and social standing—a testament to fashion's ability to elevate one's status. The Drewe Portrait presents another glimpse into Queen Elizabeth I's wardrobe during the late 1580s. This oil-on-panel masterpiece portrays her majesty donning an extravagant gown that embodies authority while embracing feminine allure. Margaret of Navarre enchants us through an intimate portrait painted delicately on panel—an ode to lavishness captured within brushstrokes. Her attire speaks volumes about her royal lineage and refined taste. Delving deeper into historical fashion icons, we revisit Queen Elizabeth I - The Armada Portrait detail—a mesmerizing close-up revealing ornate embroidery and luxurious fabrics that epitomize extravagance at its finest. Shifting gears towards contemporary artistry, "Study of a Seated Woman" draws attention not only for its graphite on paper technique but also for the intricacies of the subject's attire.