History of Gloves in Fashion and Society

History of Gloves

The history of gloves can be traced back thousands of years with some of the earliest recorded examples being attributed to the Egyptian pharaohs. Often a sign of extreme wealth they are routinely found in the tombs of royalty and high ranking members of churches such as bishops and popes. From the tomb of Tutankhamen … Read more

History of Jeans – Origin and Evolution

History of Jeans

The history of jeans has taken a long winding road from the earliest Levi Strauss work clothes from the 1860s to modern day high fashion must have. Jeans are somewhat of a universal clothing garment in that they are worn the world over by the rich and poor, men, women and children across all age … Read more

History of Louis Vuitton and Background

History of Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton has become one of the most popular luxury brands in the World. The company’s signature monogram has become a symbol of style and class. Here is a look at the history of this great brand, ranging from its origins to its status as one of the World’s leaders in the fashion industry. History … Read more

History of Dior and Background

History of Dior

Most people have heard of Christian Dior fashion. It’s had a powerful effect on luxury goods for decades. The company itself was founded by Christian Dior. He was originally from Granville in France, and was born in 1905. The Dior family soon relocated, and settled in Paris. Christian Dior was always artistic, and he spent … Read more

History of Jeanne Lanvin

history of lanvin

The house of Lanvin is often considered to be the oldest fashion house in the world by modern standards. As a fashion designer Jeanne Lanvin has had one of the most notable impacts on the world of fashion and many of her classic styles are still in use today. History of Lavin Jeanne Lanvin Biography Jeanne … Read more

History of Versace and Background

history of versace

When it comes to sultry, sensual, and alluring clothing designers, Versace hovers right at the top. Because Versace has not only designed and manufactured its clothing but also, distributed and retailed it, it has been of exquisite quality, just as Gianni Versace had envisioned. Versace, from the very beginning, has made fine clothes in a … Read more

Top Fashion Designers

Top Fashion Designers

Fashion Designers have been shaping the world of fashion and to some extent popular culture for well over 100 years. The top fashion designers are usually those that have pushed the boundaries and broken the mold in terms of design. Blending fashion, art and materials whilst often borrowing from various subcultures capturing the zeitgeist of … Read more

Top Designer Brands

Designer Brands

The Top Designer brands have dressed the rich and famous for decades, whether that’s royalty, the Hollywood elite or the rich and powerful. The big names in luxury living continue shape and influence how and what we wear season after season. What makes the designer brands so appealing is their exclusivity, the world of haute … Read more

Hermes History and Brand Background

History of Hermes

Hermès is a high end French luxury brand that specializes in leather goods, bags, tableware and perfume. Hermes background story originally started out life as a harness and bridal workshop which was first established in the Grands Boulevards quarter of Paris by Thierry Hermes in 1837. It made a name for itself by supplying some … Read more