Brief Introduction
Explore how British kings and queens have influenced fashion over 500 years. In partnership with Historic Royal Palaces.Course Summary
Explore the history and evolution of British royal fashion, from the Tudors to the present day. Learn about the key designers, styles, and trends that have influenced the royals and the wider world of fashion.Key Learning Points
- Discover the role of fashion in the British monarchy
- Explore the influence of key designers on royal fashion
- Gain insights into the style choices of individual royals
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the role of fashion in the British monarchy
- Gain knowledge of key designers and their influence on royal fashion
- Develop an appreciation for the style choices of individual royals
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge of fashion or British history is required
- A curious mind and a willingness to learn
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes
- Discussion forums
Similar Courses
- Fashion as Design
- Fashion Revolution: Understanding Fashion in a Changing World
Notable People in This Field
- Editor-in-Chief of Vogue
- Fashion Designer
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for those who have an interest in fashion and history. No prior knowledge is required; all learners are welcome. While the Educators themselves aren’t available to facilitate this run, we encourage you to engage with other learners and there are opportunities to do this throughout the course.
Knowledge
- Week 1 – Step into the square shoes of the Tudors and see how their lavish clothes were designed to project power, wealth and controlWeek 2 – The Stuarts are centre stage to showcase how they dressed for leisure and influenced new trends through performance in an increasing time of conflictWeek 3 – Explore the glamorous Georgians, their century of economic and social change, extreme fashions and an era marked by very public and very private monarchsWeek 4 – Move into the reign of Queen Victoria, her own changing wardrobe and how technological advancements took fashion forwardsWeek 5 – Welcome to the 20th century where the Windsors balance royal fashion with diplomacy and expectations in an era of mass media and celebrity
Summary of User Reviews
Learn about the history of royal fashion in this engaging course. Users have praised the course for its insightful content and knowledgeable instructors. One key aspect that many users have found to be good is the course's focus on the evolution of royal fashion throughout history.Pros from User Reviews
- Insightful content
- Knowledgeable instructors
- Engaging course material
- In-depth exploration of royal fashion
- Suitable for fashion enthusiasts and history buffs
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the pacing slow
- Limited interaction with instructors
- Not suitable for those seeking a technical understanding of fashion
- Some users found the course material repetitive
- Limited practical application of knowledge
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