This #frockingfabulous 17th century frog purse is too adorable! It's believed these tiny fellows were used as a pomander, to carry lovely scents when on the go. #Fashionhistory via the Museum of London.

A #Frockingfabulous beetle wing frock of c.1863-67. No beetles were harmed in the creation of this bit of #fashionhistory - they shed their wings naturally! Via Kent State University.

There is something beautifully optimistic about this homemade dress. Dating to 1947, it was created in a period still dominated by rationing and yet it has an eye to Parisian style with echoes of the fuller skirts and neat, contrasting details @LeedsMuseums #fashionhistory

Evening dress from 1911. ❤️ #history #dresses #fashion #fashionhistory

Did you know that the name "Adidas" is a portmanteau of founder Adi Dassler's name? The iconic brand was officially registered on August 18, 1949. #FashionHistory #AdidasTrivia #LegendaryBrand Source: Adidas Corporate Archives

Bauble vipes with this Italian court dress of c.1848. #Frockingfabulous #fashionhistory via Museo del Tessuto.

Very Gilded Age 🤩 #dresses #history #fashion #fashionhistory #GildedAge

Did you know? The first ever fashion designer to use a live fashion show to present a collection was Jeanne Paquin in the early 20th century. #FashionHistory #JeannePaquin #FashionShow

Tuesday shoes. Rust kid & brown suede platform wedge designed by Roger Vivier (1913-1998), France, 1944-5. Details here @museumatFIT collections: fashionmuseum.fitnyc.edu/objects/103498… #shoes #1940s #dresshistory #fashionhistory

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Witness the evolution of signet rings from royal tradition to fashion trendsetter. #FashionHistory

Did you know? The first ever fashion designer to use a live fashion show to present a collection was Jeanne Paquin in the early 20th century. #FashionHistory #JeannePaquin #FashionShow

Court Gown, c.1902. Silk, metal & glass. ©️ @FIDMMuseum #Fashionhistory

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*Muff, 1860-70. Peacock & Lophophore (Resplendent Pheasant) feathers. Length 40cm, width 22cm. ©️ @PalaisGalliera *Roger Vivier for Christian Dior. Shoes, 1957. Kingfisher feathers & tromp-l'oeil print. Est. 2,000-2,500 euros. ©️ @Sothebys #FashionHistory

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France Maison Roitz. Redingote, 1890-99. Silk velvet. Length 100cm, waist 67 cm. ©Les Arts Décoratifs. #FashionHistory

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Paris Maison Pingat- Welles. Capelet, 1896. Lace & silk chiffon. ©️ @FIDMMuseum #Fashionhistory

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France Maison Au Régent. Tailored Suit, 1895-1905. Burgundy silk velvet. ©️ @PalaisGalliera #FashionHistory

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