Slacks Collection

Girl on a Lambretta
A girl wearing a headscarf and jazzy slacks models a Lambretta LD 125 Mark IV scooter

Jaeger advertisement, 1956
Advertisement for quintessential British fashion brand, Jaeger showing two smart but casual looks in Bedford cord and cashmere. Date: 1956

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669738 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669708 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Male is shown attending to some garden weeds, 1878
3479024 Male is shown attending to some garden weeds, 1878; (add.info.: Male is shown attending to some garden weeds. His trousers have been repaired by an amateur)

Polar clothing displayed as complete outfit comprising, Overtrousers, Parka hood, Fox fur mittens, Ski boots
7295743 Polar clothing displayed as complete outfit comprising, Overtrousers, Parka hood, Fox fur mittens, Ski boots, and Snow goggles, 1911-14 (wool); National Maritime Museum, London

Boy or girl? (colour litho)
8656432 Boy or girl? (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy or girl? Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Illustration for Babes and Birds (colour litho)
8641494 Illustration for Babes and Birds (colour litho) by Robinson, Charles (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Babes and Birds, Verses by Jessie Pope)

Men's costume of a young peasant from Baud (colour litho)
8677293 Men's costume of a young peasant from Baud (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men's costume of a young peasant from Baud, Morbihan)

Men's costume of Le Faouet, Morbihan (colour litho)
8677287 Men's costume of Le Faouet, Morbihan (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men's costume of Le Faouet, Morbihan, Brittany, France)

Men's costume of Loire-Inferieure, Pays de la Loire (colour litho)
8677245 Men's costume of Loire-Inferieure, Pays de la Loire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men's costume of Loire-Inferieure)

Page of London-related advertisements, 1928 (litho)
8629738 Page of London-related advertisements, 1928 (litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of London-related advertisements, 1928)

British Royal Navy uniform pants, model from 1795 (wool and linen with copper buttons)
MMM5475222 British Royal Navy uniform pants, model from 1795 (wool and linen with copper buttons); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: British Royal Navy uniform pants, model from 1795)

Woman appearing to wear trousers but having no feet (b/w photo)
8655837 Woman appearing to wear trousers but having no feet (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman appearing to wear trousers but having no feet)

How's yer little Mary (colour litho)
8656601 How's yer little Mary (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "How's yer little Mary." Fat man smoking)

Yo-yo craze arrives in Britain, 1932 (b/w photo)
8626546 Yo-yo craze arrives in Britain, 1932 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yo-yo craze arrives in Britain, 1932)

His first pair (coloured photo)
8655899 His first pair (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: His first pair. Little boy wearing pairs of shorts and shoes)

You would look funny without these (colour litho)
8656743 You would look funny without these (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "You would look funny without these." Man's trousers)

Model with St. Bernard puppy dog on lead - wearing double-breasted jacket (large lapels) and wide flared trousers. Also wearing a baker boy cap and white roll neck sweater. Date: circa 1966

Upper Bavaria, man and woman dancing in Bavarian costume (postcard)
7377757 Upper Bavaria, man and woman dancing in Bavarian costume (postcard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Men's costume of Lauzach, Morbihan (colour litho)
8677249 Men's costume of Lauzach, Morbihan (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men's costume of Lauzach, Morbihan, Brittany, France)

Advertising in West Africa (engraving)
8672842 Advertising in West Africa (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising in West Africa)

Beauty Contest Participant and Proud Parents
A Bathing Beauty Contest Participant and her Proud (if slightly shy) Parents! Date: circa 1949

Knitted jacket and slacks, with a fashionable nautical theme. Date: 1954

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Amore Attis, circa 1440 (bronze)
7146243 Amore Attis, circa 1440 (bronze) by Donatello, (c.1386-1466); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Amore Attis, circa 1440, Donatello, bronze, Bargello museum)

Coat, c. 1833 (silk)
7336442 Coat, c.1833 (silk) by English School, (19th century); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Pallagi Family sewing trousers, 1912 (b/w photo)
684802 The Pallagi Family sewing trousers, 1912 (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Pallagi family finishing pants, 17 Monroe St. N.Y. 2nd floor front)

Robert II called Robert Kurzhose, Robert Curthose, Robert Courteheuse, 1054, 1134
7277951 Robert II called Robert Kurzhose, Robert Curthose, Robert Courteheuse, 1054, 1134 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert II called Robert Kurzhose)

Portrait of the 1st Duke of Wellington, c. 1839 (oil on canvas)
7240823 Portrait of the 1st Duke of Wellington, c.1839 (oil on canvas) by Hayter, George (1792-1871); 59.6x49.5 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire

Women fighting over a pair of mens breeches (engraving)
7201530 Women fighting over a pair of mens breeches (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women fighting over a pair of mens breeches)

Women fighting over mens breeches (engraving)
7201571 Women fighting over mens breeches (engraving) by German School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women fighting over mens breeches)

The life that kills, smoking and drinking (colour litho)
7151063 The life that kills, smoking and drinking (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme)

Birds flying out of a pie (colour litho)
7150955 Birds flying out of a pie (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic postcard on a food related theme. Early 20th century)

Inuit man of the Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada
6339120 Inuit man of the Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada by Belgian School, (19th century); (add.info.: Inuit man of the Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada)

The grotesque in the latest fashion, ladies with pants mocked and booed at their appearance in public (colour litho)
2815418 The grotesque in the latest fashion, ladies with pants mocked and booed at their appearance in public (colour litho) by Beltrame

Donkey dressed in dapper clothes (colour litho)
6031828 Donkey dressed in dapper clothes (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donkey dressed in dapper clothes)

Boy with Thumbs Up

MENS WINDOW DISPLAY
Rather camp outfits for well-dressed men-about-town, including a blouson jacket, safari shirt, flared slacks and (of course), sunglasses pushed back on the head! Date: circa 1980

BRA SKIER
A rash young woman braves the ski slopes wearing just her bra and slacks! Date: 1960s

The Royal Pavilion, Brighton, Sussex, 1950s / 1960s

Simpsons of Piccadilly jacket and slacks, 1954
A gay scarlet wool jacket lined with jersey costing 8 12s. 6d. A warm and comfortable coat to wear with slacks about the house or farm (according to The Tatler!)

Deck or beach suit for holidays or cruises, 1932
A deck or beach suit from Marshall and Snelgrove consisting of a becoming cap and practical shoes. Date: 1932

Trousers and swim top for cruise wear, 1934
A pair of well cut wide trousers in grey flannel worn with a regulation swimmer with a white ground and design expressed in red and green

Fashions for the deck on summer cruising days
Suggested outfits to wear on a summer cruise or transatlantic voyage all from Debenham and Freebody. From left, a two-piece costume in scarlet wool with a smartly flared skirt

Slacks and shorts for camping trips, 1931
Fashion illustration with slacks and shorts featured from Druces of Baker Street, London. The shorts are made of khaki drill and flannel; the slacks from flannel

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"Timeless Style: Celebrating the Evolution through History" From a girl effortlessly riding her Lambretta in slacks to a captivating Jaeger advertisement from 1956, these iconic trousers have stood the test of time. Step back to 1954 and witness the elegance of a knitted jacket paired with fashionable nautical-themed slacks - a combination that exudes sophistication even today. Delve deeper into history, and you'll discover Amore Attis, circa 1440, immortalized in bronze wearing slacks that were ahead of their time. Fast forward to proud parents beaming at their beauty contest participant donning stylish slacks - an outfit choice that reflects both confidence and fashion-forward thinking. Explore further as we uncover snapshots capturing moments like The Pallagi Family sewing trousers in 1912 or Robert II known as Robert Kurzhose in 1054-1134 who undoubtedly influenced the evolution of this wardrobe staple. Intriguingly, even renowned figures such as the 1st Duke of Wellington embraced this trend; his portrait painted around c. 1839 showcases him regally adorned in tailored slacks. Throughout centuries, whether it's silk coats from c. 1833 or modern-day ensembles, one thing remains constant - slacks continue to epitomize timeless style for men and women alike. So next time you slip into your favorite pair of slacks, remember their rich history and how they have evolved into an enduring symbol of fashion excellence.