Gaiters Collection

A Variety of ladies boots 1926
Ladies 1920s boots in willow calf, felt lace, riding, quilted, buttoned, lace-up and rubber. Date: circa 1926

Barham Lamb Sale, Whitsun - 1939
Rear view of three well-fed lambs viewed by five farmers who all seem pretty pleased with the deal that has been made. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N18199

Woman in white wool dress with pink trim losing her hat
Woman in white wool dress with pink trim, belt of crocheted roses, losing her hat in the wind. Robe de drap blanc borde d un ourlet couleur de rose, ceinture des roses en crochet

Dressed to Kill 1912
Woman: tailor-made with a narrow skirt, belted long line jacket with bellows pockets & a trilby hat. Man: jodphurs, gaiters or leggings, belted jacket with a pleated back & patch pockets

Bon Ton Skiwear
For Chamonix: sensible yet stylish clothing includes gaiters & leggings, fringed scarf, knitted jumper, flat cap with earflaps; belted jacket & plaid skirt

Dryden Menswear 199
A gentleman in a white trench coat, bowler hat & gaiters - prepared for any weather! Date: 1927-8

Union Army Zouave leather greaves
3056340 Union Army Zouave leather greaves; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War; Union Zouave leather greaves (leggings)

Hawkins Zouave Leggings
3056342 Hawkins Zouave Leggings; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War; A pair of cloth and leather leggings worn by a soldier of the 9th New York Volunteers)

"After the Battle", by P. H. Calderon, A.R.A., 1864. Creator: W Thomas. "After the Battle", by P
"After the Battle", by P. H. Calderon, A.R.A., 1864. Engraving of a painting. 'A battle has raged in and around a Flemish village; the English have been victorious

Costumes de Différent Pays, Homme des Landes de Bordeaux Mettant ses Échasses, c1797
Costumes de Different Pays, Homme des Landes de Bordeaux Mettant ses Echasses, c1797

Costumes de Différent Pays, Marchand d'Agneaux des Landes de Bordeaux, c1797
Costumes de Different Pays, Marchand d'Agneaux des Landes de Bordeaux, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Homme Finnois, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Homme Finnois, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Vieillard de la Foret Noire, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Vieillard de la Foret Noire, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Paysanne de Schwatzenbourgenghusse, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Paysanne de Schwatzenbourgenghusse, c1797

The Chasseurs de Vincennes, 1856. Creator: Henry Duff Linton
The Chasseurs de Vincennes, 1856. French soldiers during the Crimean War. From "Illustrated London News", 1856

The 93rd Regiment, Highlanders, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The 93rd Regiment, Highlanders, 1857. Scots soldiers in traditional uniform. From "Illustrated London News", 1857

United Service Club, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. United Service Club, between 1910 and 1920
United Service Club, between 1910 and 1920. US military personnel on a sofa. The man in the centre is wearing leather leg protectors

Mrs. Mendum Bloomburg, Red Cross Motor Corps, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs
Mrs. Mendum Bloomburg, Red Cross Motor Corps, 1917. First World War: women in uniform, note leather leggings

Alvey Augustus Adee, Assistant Secretary of State, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Alvey Augustus Adee, Assistant Secretary of State, 1914. US politician, Washington, DC

Camp, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Camp, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Camp, between 1916 and 1918. US military personnel

Camp, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Camp, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Camp, between 1916 and 1918. US military personnel

Camp, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Camp, between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Camp, between 1916 and 1918. US military personnel

Woman's Gaters, 1935/1942. Creator: Mary Berner
Woman's Gaters, 1935/1942

Belt Buckle, c. 1937. Creator: Lyman Young
Belt Buckle, c. 1937

Ankle Band or Garters, c. 1937. Creator: Lyman Young
Ankle Band or Garters, c. 1937

Venetian costumes and masks: peddler of caramelized fruits Venice. Date of Photograph:1860 ca

Full-length portrait of a young man in hunting clothes Trieste. Date of Photograph:1885 ca

A group portrait of cyclists Trieste. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Portrait of a man in costume for the "Ballo Romanticismo" Trieste. Date of Photograph:1926 ca

Portrait of a large group of people who have gathered for a baptism. The infant is shown in the first row, in the arms of a lady. The group includes a few musicians with guitars

Full-figure portrait of a soldier in uniform. Date of Photograph:1909-1911

Studio portrait of a little boy dressed in sailor suit with a hoop in his hand. Date of Photograph:26/06/1908

Portrait of man in costume. The figure is holding a book in one hand and a pistol in the other. Date of Photograph:1879-1881

Portrait of a group of excursionists on a trip in Vallombrosa Reggello. Date of Photograph:10/1882

Jewelry by Veyer. Earrings, necklace and dragonfly bracelet in enamel and diamonds. Bijoux par Veyer. Pendants de cou joaillerie et emaux translucide, bracelet libellules emaux et diamants

Young man in fashionable outfit with top hat and cane, 1912. Mise d un jeune homme. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Bernard Boutet de Monvel from Tommaso Antonginis

Woman in coursing outfit in plum velvet trimmed with opossum fur, hunting shoes with white gaiters, dog in green coat
5892996 Woman in coursing outfit in plum velvet trimmed with opossum fur, hunting shoes with white gaiters, dog in green coat

Woman holding a shotgun in a tweed hunting outfit, 1912 (stencil)
5892970 Woman holding a shotgun in a tweed hunting outfit, 1912 (stencil) by Taquoy, Maurice (1878-1952); (add.info.: woman holding a shotgun in a hunting outfit of Scottish wool, gloves)

Hamal or common porter in turban, shirt, pants and gaiters
6340186 Hamal or common porter in turban, shirt, pants and gaiters by Dalvimart, Octavian (18th century) (after); (add.info.: Hamal or common porter in turban, shirt, pants and gaiters)

Hoeing above Mounts Bay (oil on canvas)
BOW106542 Hoeing above Mounts Bay (oil on canvas) by Harvey, Harold (1874-1941); 76.2x61 cm; Private Collection; Courtesy of Simon Gillespie Studio, London

Costume Accessories: Worn by T. Jefferson, c. 1936. Creator: Syrena Swanson
Costume Accessories: Worn by T. Jefferson, c. 1936

Gaiter, c. 1942. Creator: Fred Hassebrock
Gaiter, c. 1942

The Gordon Highlanders: Captain and Subaltern officer with the Kings Colours, 1933. British Army soldiers in traditional Scottish kilts, with the Union Jack flag

The Old Vagabond, from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1829

English tourists hunting in the highlands of Scotland
6337616 English tourists hunting in the highlands of Scotland by Williams, Charles (1776-1820); (add.info.: English tourists hunting in the highlands of Scotland)

English huntsman making a dangerous jump over a stone wall beneath a low branch, 19th century. Facey Romford hitting his head on a branch during a fox-hunt. Rot the beggar, exclaims Romford

English gentleman with his fallen horse during a fox hunt, 19th century. Jack Bunting and a woodman in smock and boots try to raise the sick horse. Mr Buntings shocking bad horse

English tourists in a boat riding the whirlpool at the Strait of Corryvreckan between Jura and Scarba, Scotland. Doctor Prosody in peril at Corryvreckan

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"Gaiters: A Fashionable Accessory Through the Ages" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of gaiters, a versatile accessory that has graced various fashion eras. From ladies' boots in 1926 to Barham Lamb Sale during Whitsun in 1939, these stylish leg coverings have stood the test of time. In 1912, women were "Dressed to Kill" with plum velvet coursing outfits adorned with opossum fur trimmings and white gaiters. Meanwhile, Bon Ton Skiwear kept winter sports enthusiasts warm and fashionable on the slopes. Not just for women's fashion, Dryden Menswear showcased how men could rock gaiters too. In 1990s advertisements, they paired them effortlessly with their trendy ensembles. Jewelry by Veyer added an extra touch of elegance to any outfit with exquisite earrings, necklaces, and even a dragonfly bracelet. These accessories perfectly complemented a young man's fashionable attire complete with a top hat and cane in 1912. For those who enjoyed outdoor pursuits like hunting or shooting sports, they were essential. A woman holding a shotgun donned a tweed hunting outfit while sporting her trusty pair in stencil art from 1912. Gaiters weren't limited to high society; even common porters like Hamal wore them as part of their traditional attire along with turbans and shirts. They provided both style and functionality for people from all walks of life. Beyond fashion statements, artists captured everyday scenes featuring individuals wearing gaiters such as hoeing above Mounts Bay on canvas or costume accessories worn by T. Jefferson circa 1936 designed by Syrena Swanson. Throughout history, they have proven themselves as more than just practical leg coverings – they are true symbols of timeless style and versatility across genders and social classes alike.