One of my favorite trends to crop up in recent years is gender-free, all-gender, or gender-neutral clothing. Whatever you choose to call it, this style of clothing is a celebration…
Sewing History
Modern fashion was born in France, and had a key role in the French Revolution. High heels were originally made for men, and everything you’ve ever worn has been worn before and then some. Learn about the history of sewing with Mood, and discover what’s in your closet, and how it got there.
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Gender-Free Fashion Throughout History – Shakespeare
by Camille Begley June 21, 2022Ruffs, ruffles, and corsets, oh my! With over-the-top, historical drama ruling the runways at the moment, I can't help but think about the costumes typically associated with William Shakespeare. I… -
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Influential Queer Fashion Icons To Know Now
by Camille Begley June 2, 2022It’s Pride Month, and I’m excited to dive into the long-standing relationship between queer history and fashion history! For centuries, clothes were a secret language and an avenue for self-expression… -
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A Theory of Fads
by Stephanie Triplett April 19, 2022Fashion is the self-expression of clothing during a particular time and place in history. Much like all history, there are theories or ideas intended to explain fashion. These theories often… -
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Black Fashion Designers Everyone Should Know
by Lilian Oliveira February 16, 2021This month, we're highlighting some designers of color that deserve to see the spotlight! Know any we missed? Let us know in the comments so we can learn too! 1.… -
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Quilting: A Contemporary and Global Art
by Erin Veneziale February 5, 2021If the rich history of quilting hasn’t convinced you to give it a go, remember that quilting’s relevance hasn’t gone away. In the 21st century, quilting has developed in style,… -
We looked briefly at the history of quilting in Quilting: A Definition and Historical Perspective, but there’s plenty more to learn! These timelines offer an overview of the specific points…
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Quilting: A Definition and Historical Perspective
by Erin Veneziale January 29, 2021Dating back more than 5000 years, the art and craft of quilting are inextricably intertwined with the history of textiles, clothing, and home decor, and quilted objects are still immensely… -
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A Brief History of Textile Inventions
by Stephanie Triplett July 30, 2020The textile industry, as we know it today, has been in the making quite some time, and all of its progress certainly didn’t happen overnight. This post is going to… -
Dating back to the 1700s, magazines were a source for fashion inspiration. The world is always changing, but the importance that fashion has played in the history of our world…
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