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Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

Colonial Williamsburg: 18th Century Clothing

For Students 3rd - 5th
This resource provides a history of men's and women's clothing in colonial times. Includes photographs.
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Fashion Institute of Technology: Museum: Collections (18Th Century to Present)

For Students 9th - 10th
This in-depth collection offers images and background information about fashions and accessories from the 1700's to the present day.
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British Library

British Library: Discovering Literature: The Rise of Consumerism

For Students 9th - 10th
With the increasing variety in clothes, food, and household items, shopping became an important cultural activity in the 18th century. This article describes buying and selling during this period and explains the connection between many...
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Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metropolitan Museum of Art: Eighteenth Century European Dress

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore fashion from the 1700's with the slideshow. Includes a discussion of popular styles, textiles and silhouettes.
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American Centuries, View From New England

For Students 9th - 10th
A multi-purpose site that provides information on history and historic artifacts from New England. There are also some interesting games that serve to enhance learning about New England. Be sure to watch video demonstrations of Early...
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La Couturiere Parisienne: 1700s: Rococo

For Students 9th - 10th
This website provides lots of information on Rococo fashion of the 18th century. Includes articles on the history and evolution of Rococ fashion, images, and instructions on how to make clothing, hairdos, and cosmetics.