Costume History Course
Dive into late Victorian London's world via costumes. Study silhouettes, fabrics, construction methods, interpret historical records, and develop stage-appropriate designs. Ideal for costume designers, theatre professionals, and visual artists seeking historical accuracy and creative storytelling.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical insights into late Victorian clothing from 1875-1885. Master key garments, construction techniques, fabrics, and accessories. Understand class, gender roles, and daily life in London. Confidently use museum archives, ethically assess evidence, and create precise costume plans for theatre or film.
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Develop skills
- Analyse Victorian silhouettes to identify class, gender, and period instantly.
- Decode 1875-1885 garments through cuts, fabrics, trims, and construction details.
- Evaluate costume sources like archives, photographs, plates, and museum records.
- Convert research into detailed costume plans with fabrics and adaptations.
- Design authentic Victorian looks for stage that are clear, ethical, and period-sensitive.
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