Hat smarts
Article Abstract:
The period between the 1850s and the 1960s saw the most fashionable women wearing hats of varying styles to maintain an air of respectability. The decline in their popularity since then makes them excellent collectibles to show off in a home display.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1996
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Wildflower silhouettes
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Wildflower silhouettes are one of the best collectible silhouettes. Unlike other silhouettes, these items boast of soft shades and backgrounds made up completely of dried wildflowers. They usually portray Victorian couples, children and nymphs.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1995
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On collecting bridal gowns
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Collectors of bridal gowns must study the fashion styles and culture of each period to accurately gauge the age of the gown to protect his investments. Good books to use in dating gowns are 'Godey's Lady's Book' and 'Dressmaking Up To Date.'
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1997
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