Maine Memory Network

Beaded blue chiffon party dress, ca. 1925

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1925 Media: silk, glass beads

Annie Corbett's beaded fancy occasion dress, Portland, ca. 1880

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1880 Location: Machiasport; Portland Media: silk, cotton, glass, metal

Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In

Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.

Northern Threads: Bustle era fashions

A themed vignette within "Northern Threads Part I," featuring 1870s and 80s era bustle silhouettes.

Historic Clothing Collection - 1920-1930 - Page 3 of 3

"… Historical Society Perhaps a green all over beaded mid-calf length dress is the most striking in the 1920s collection."

Historic Clothing Collection - 1910-1920 - Page 1 of 2

"Two-piece dress and blouse, ca. 1912Maine Historical Society The other Martha Riley example is a cream-colored wool dress with a similarly tubular…"

Decontie and Brown's venture in high fashion design
by Decontie and Brown

Penobscot haute couture designs from Bangor