Charles Frederick Worth

Often extolled as the father of haute couture, fashion historian George Walden has said: "Charles Frederick Worth dictated fashion in France a century and a half before Galliano".

Height 51 inches, shoulders 19 inches, chest 40 inches, hips 71 inches, sleeves 23 inches, collar height 6 inches, bottom of coat 74 inches. Jean-Philippe Worth (1856-1926) was the ...

Trained in the wake of Charles Frederick Worth, he established his reputation among Haute Couture customers thanks to his Bobine heel, and became the first luxury shoemaker in the wo...

Included are historical costumes from the 1760s to the 1890s; sumptuous gowns by Charles Frederick Worth; custom designs by the important French nineteenth-century couture houses; ex...

If novelty stores, which had become department stores, took on a new dimension in the metropolises, with the Louvre and Bon Marché stores as prototypes, the 1870s saw a rise in the s...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Lovely Maison Worth by Charles Frederick Worth Black Satin Brocade Coat from the late 19th Century.

The book begins with a look at the early days of American fashion, when designers such as Charles Frederick Worth and Paul Poiret were inspired by the European fashion scene.

Included are historical costumes from the 1760s to the 1890s; sumptuous gowns by Charles Frederick Worth; custom designs by the important French nineteenth-century couture houses; ex...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890s when she began creating necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage and later designed costume jewelry for the first high-fashion ho...

Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house...

This superlative numbered gown by Jean-Philippe Worth is in a class of its own. Charles Frederick Worth died in 1895, when Jean-Philippe became head designer.

This classically gorgeous dress, dating back to the late 1930's, is made by the legendary House of Worth. Charles Frederick Worth died in 1895, when Jean-Philippe became head designer.

The history behind this iconic fashion house is also incredibly interesting. Charles Frederick Worth died in 1895, when Jean-Philippe became head designer.

They are every bit as important in viewing a designer merit and when the designer is that of the House of Charles Frederick Worth, it certainly a great find!

This superlative numbered art-deco dance dress by Jean-Philippe Worth is in a class of its own. Charles Frederick Worth died in 1895, when Jean-Philippe became head designer.

The historic house was founded in 1858 by English designer Charles Frederick Worth. The house remained successful under Worth's descendants but faced increasing competition until fin...

The patchwork aesthetic is this fall and winter’s most sought after look, which was proven on the runways during fashion month. Designers created plenty of patchwork pieces for their...

Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...

A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...

A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...

A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage scarf collar mesh top featuring a multicolor kilim print. This top features a scarf collar (with attached scarf - see photo 7), a black mesh lining on fro...

Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall/Winter 2001 Ready-to-Wear Collection Size - France 34 (US - 2,4) Measurements: Length - 24 inches, Bust - 30" and up. because of styl...

Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...

An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...

Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching gloves Vintage 1990's Heavy 100% ivory/taupe silk Iridescent glas...

A soft grey wool tweed is used for this coat and pant ensemble from Sonia Rykiel. The coat has six patch pockets, a functional and decorative element. There are grey buttons and bou...