Costume of Colonial Times

Costume of Colonial Times is a comprehensive guide to the clothing and fashion of colonial America. Written by Alice Morse Earle, an American historian and author, the book provides a detailed look at the clothing worn by men, women, and children during the colonial period, including the materials used, the styles, and the cultural significance of each garment.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of colonial fashion, such as the clothing worn by the Puritans, the Quakers, and the Cavaliers, as well as the clothing worn by slaves and Native Americans. Earle also explores the role of fashion in colonial society, including the importance of clothing as a status symbol and the ways in which fashion was influenced by politics and economics.Throughout the book, Earle provides detailed illustrations and descriptions of the different garments and accessories worn during the colonial period, including dresses, breeches, jackets, hats, shoes, and jewelry. She also includes information on the methods used to make these garments, such as weaving, spinning, and sewing.Overall, Costume of Colonial Times is an informative and engaging guide to the fashion and clothing of colonial America, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the lives and culture of the people who lived during this time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.