Farewell to All That 1901 - 1914

As we move towards the centenary of the start of the First World War, Chertsey Museum’s new fashion exhibition looks back at a golden era. On display from the Olive Matthews Collection will be garments worn in the years before the conflict, from iconic pieces of underwear, to sports clothing, daywear and dazzling evening dress. Items of particular interest are two diaphanous tea-gowns, rigidly boned corsets, a complete tennis outfit and a voluminous lady’s bathing costume. Eveningwear will include a lavish opera coat attributed to seminal designer Paul Poiret and a stunning salmon pink satin evening gown with a long, sweeping train. The exhibition has an accompanying catalogue which will be available to purchase from the Museum.

Suitable for
Family friendly


Admission
FREE

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk//se000235?id=EVENT449293