Downton Abbey: Fashion and Social Change with Susan J. Jerome

LITCHFIELD, Conn. - July 19, 2015 - PRLog -- The PBS Series Downton Abbey is a television phenomenon, watched by fans throughout the UK and the US. Like other British costume dramas, the costumes are presented with meticulous attention to detail.

This program explores the many changes that occurred throughout the time period depicted in Downton Abbey and how these changes influenced fashion. The social, technological, and political advances of the early twentieth century were reflected in the notable evolution of women’s and men’s clothing. This powerpoint presentation will look back at what was fashionable - real or otherwise. We will also look at some of the influential designers and other persons involved in the first five seasons.

Susan J. Jerome is the Collections Manager at the University of Rhode Island Historic Textile and Costume Collection. She earned her MS degree from the University of Rhode Island, Department of Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design. Prior to continuing her education, she worked for a number of years at Mystic Seaport Museum and continues to do so as a part-time employee. Ms. Jerome also works as a textile and quilt conservator, and a consultant to museums and historical societies. An avid textilian, she is happiest when writing, talking and   doing all things textile.

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