Dress to Impress
19 June - 21 November 2010
Time: House Opening Hours
Price: Included in House admission price
Location: Fairfax House
Time: House Opening Hours
Price: Included in House admission price
Location: Fairfax House
Mid 18th century detail of a pocket from a Gentleman's green velvet coat
Mid 18th century series of centre buttons from a Gentleman's green velvet dress coat,intricately hand-made and embroidered in silk thread
Mid 18th century pair of ladies shoes brocaded in pink and green silk
Mid 18th century air of elegant ladies shoes in cream silk with brocaded floral design
A pocket from a late 18th century Gentleman's Court jacket in indigo velvet with extensive embroidered detail
Mid 18th century ladies stays (corset)
An Exhibition of clothing worn by 18th century polite society
In a first for Fairfax House, the Museum will be curating a special exhibition of costume looking at the fabulous clothing worn by members of 18th century polite society. Exploring and revealing the exquisite fabrics and extravagant ornamentation used, ‘Dress to Impress’ will feature some of the best and most stylish examples from this decadent era. For lovers of fashion and period costume drama, this is a perfect opportunity to see rare costumes in detail.
Venue: Fairfax House
Tickets and Information
Call +44 (0) 1904 655 543