Costume History Course
This course immerses you in late Victorian London's world via its costumes. Master silhouettes, fabrics, construction methods, interpret historical sources like archives and photos, and develop stage-ready designs. Ideal for costume designers, theatre practitioners, and visual storytellers seeking historical accuracy and creative flair in their work.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical insights into late Victorian clothing from 1875–1885, covering key garments, construction techniques, textiles, and accessories. Delve into class, gender, and daily life in London, master museum and archival research, evaluate evidence ethically, and create precise costume plans for stage or screen productions.
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Develop skills
- Analyze Victorian silhouettes to discern class, gender, and period instantly.
- Decode garments from 1875–1885 through cuts, fabrics, trims, and build details.
- Assess costume sources including archives, photographs, plates, and museum items.
- Convert research into detailed costume plans with fabrics and adaptations.
- Craft stage-appropriate Victorian designs that are clear, ethical, and authentic.
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