An old engraving of clothing worn by women in Tudor times in England. The style of dress dates from first part of the 16th century during the reign of Henry VIII (1547–1553). Clothes often featured long dresses that were often embroidered with jewels. Square necklines and loose hanging sleeves were popular. For women long hair was fashionable, often in braids. Headgear included embroidered hoods and scarves. This attire would have been worn by those in society with money, landed gentry, the nobility and others connected to the royal court.
An old engraving of clothing worn by women in Tudor times in England. The style of dress dates from first part of the 16th century during the reign of Henry VIII (1547–1553). Clothes often featured long dresses that were often embroidered with jewels. Square necklines and loose hanging sleeves were popular. For women long hair was fashionable, often in braids. Headgear included embroidered hoods and scarves. This attire would have been worn by those in society with money, landed gentry, the nobility and others connected to the royal court. This image is from an old Victorian history book.
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Location: England, UK
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