Owning a piece of history, especially vintage garments from the 1940s, is like holding a precious artefact of culture and craftsmanship. Whether you’ve inherited a vintage dress, found a 1920s flapper gown, or sourced a rare jacket from a vintage shop, here’s some tips on caring for your vintage treasures.

Explore the transformation of Japanese fashion during World War II, reflecting both the scarcity of resources and the promotion of traditional attire as a symbol of national identity. Through adaptation and resilience, wartime fashion in Japan exemplified a unique blend of necessity and cultural pride.

Her remarkable journey through the 20th century bore witness to transformative cultural shifts, from the glamorous heights of the fashion world to the harrowing depths of war-torn Europe.

Known for her distinctive sultry voice, smouldering looks, and undeniable talent, Bacall carved a niche for herself as a legendary actress who captivated audiences for generations.
 
But how did she transform herself from a shy, high-pitched drama school student to one of Hollywood’s timeless alluring and sultry actresses?

150 years ago if you wanted to go to the beach as a woman you would be wearing several layers of cumbersome cotton or flannel just to dip your toes - thankfully things have changed a lot since then, and swimwear is much more liberating for women now than it was all that time ago. But how did we go from wearing a multi-layered swim ensemble to our modern bikinis where sometimes almost nothing is left to the imagination?

Everyone loves a good vintage event! From vintage car racing to World War 2 re-enactment weekends, there’s a 1940s-themed weekend for everyone.
 
We’ve put together a small list of some events taking place in 2023 across the UK!

The end of the war also brought about new revolutions, and the fashion industry was about to experience a wave of modernity thanks to one French man.

Utility Clothing

How the British Government, with the help of London's top fashion designers, helped keep the British textiles industry alive and keeping the public stylish.