Good morning! Today is a new day, let us prepare to take up our causes against the evil snail forces, and do so with aplomb.

Just like rabbits did in this 14th C illuminated manuscript (the Bestiary of Marguerite, I believe, 1403).

Them: “You need to conquer your inner demons.”

Me: “One lump or two?”

Good morning. Here is a 14th century snail who’s super ready to take on whatever challenges come their way.

“En garde!”

Let's talk about color combinations. This, here, is one of the most lovely jewel tone duos I know. Right smack in the middle of the 1880s, this dress is a delight of copper damask against deep, Navy blue satin. Such a shimmering contrast.

As is so common in this period, we see the (somewhat toned down) bustle, buttons to high heavens, and tailoring that is reminiscent of menswear.

Also, the back of this dress! Those pleats give me the vapors. From LACMA. #fashion #FashionHistory #threadtalk

If Frozen was a Victorian live-action, Elsa might wear this one. This gown comes from department store R.H. White & Co, ca. 1885, and is American. By the 1880s, fashion was becoming more accessible & visible, and some stores had their own modistes & designers.

This wintery beauty typifies the 1880s obsession with the historical aesthetic, mixing their own flair with Renaissance and medieval influences to a really impressive end.

#FashionHistory #threadtalk

Good morning! This #medieval #elephant is seriously questioning their life choices, and also whether or not they’re an elephant or a deflated burlap bag draped over a camel.

Book of Hours
France, Paris, ca. 1500
MS H.5 fol. 136r