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National Trust explores mid-20th century Savile Row tailoring in new exhibit

The National Trust has opened a unique fashion exhibition dedicated to menswear at Anglesey Abbey in Cambridgeshire, exploring Savile Row flair of 1930s aristocrats. The ‘Tailoring an Image’ exhibition runs until October 31 and showcases the sartorial flair of Lord Fairhaven, owner of Anglesey, including an unusual wine-coloured velvet smoking...

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Polesden Lacey opens exhibition exploring power and personality in fashion

National Trust’s Polesden Lacey in Surrey, the former home of Edwardian society hostess, Margaret Greville, is hosting a new exhibition throughout the house that delves into how people dress and explores the coded messages about power, politics, and personality. ‘Dress to Impress’ runs until November 2, and features paintings, historic costumes,...

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National Trust hosts exhibition exploring circular fashion

The National Trust has opened a new exhibition at Killerton house just outside Exeter that showcases how circular fashion from the past can inspire what we wear today. ‘Thirsty for Fashion,’ which runs until November 5, features more than 50 items from the National Trust’s largest fashion collection, highlighting pieces that demonstrate the...

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Barbour teams up with the National Trust

Lifestyle clothing brand Barbour has announced a partnership with the National Trust to assist in the clean-up and restoration efforts at three of the places it cares for in Northumberland, following extensive storm damage this winter caused by Storm Arwen. Barbour will support the National Trust with woodland restoration work being carried out...