We're researching the collection to pick out iconic and interesting pieces from 1920 to 1945 to display as part our exhibition in July. On this particular visit we focussed on hats and shoes.
Sadly we can't show you everything we found as we have to leave the majority for the grand unveiling at the exhibition. We can say that what we did see got us very excited though! We'll be displaying some truly wonderful hats from cloches to 1940s tilt hats, and some really fantastic shoes from fancy flappers gold dancing shoes, to CC41 utility court shoes.
We were able to make some important decisions of what will be included in the final displays and now have a clearer idea of how they can be displayed as a group, something we can't wait to get stuck in with nearer the time!
Although we can't share a lot at this stage, we can whet your appetite for what is to follow with a few detail images.
Hand stitching detail from a woven, 1920s cloche hat:
Clever feather! A feather sewn to look like an bird as decoration on a fur felt hat:
And this close up shot of a fabulous bejewelled, 1920s heel:
Just look at the exquisite embroidery this pair of evening shoes:
An original tag still on a pair of 1930s 'Four Square' shoes, made for older ladies boasting extra room for bunions!
We'll be sharing more goings on behind the scenes soon, as we prepare for Fancy Pants: A Celebration of Style 1920 - 1945!
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