Fashion History & Costume Appreciation Blog

Léon Bakst
A career summary of one the world's greatest theatre costume designers and multidisciplinary artists.
Léon Bakst
A career summary of one the world's greatest theatre costume designers and multidisciplinary artists.


1950s Costuming- Grease/ Rise of the Pink Ladies
The costumes of Grease and our pieces that were used in Rise of the Pink Ladies!
1950s Costuming- Grease/ Rise of the Pink Ladies
The costumes of Grease and our pieces that were used in Rise of the Pink Ladies!

Pendleton Woollen Mills History
A short history of the iconic woollen mill and a peek at some of the '49ers in our collection!
Pendleton Woollen Mills History
A short history of the iconic woollen mill and a peek at some of the '49ers in our collection!

Titanic Costume Design
A look back at the iconic costumes of James Cameron's epic on the 112th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
Titanic Costume Design
A look back at the iconic costumes of James Cameron's epic on the 112th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.

Identifying and Dating Vintage Clothing
Vintage shopping tips part two; a guide to dating your vintage find!
Identifying and Dating Vintage Clothing
Vintage shopping tips part two; a guide to dating your vintage find!