Anna Marie Jarvis founded Mother’s Day in 1905, campaigned for it to become a national holiday, and after it became so in 1914, she spent the remainder of her life and her fortune fighting against it. Watch the video to find out why!
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Edwardian Halloween Costume: The Dandy
Indulge in your inner Oscar Wilde or Max Beerbohm in a bespoke suite (okay, maybe not bespoke, but you can fake it), shiny spats and shoes, an Ascot tie, and a single tie pin placed just so. The key word is slim fit for the suit. In the Edwardian era, the English cut was narrower …
Edwardian Halloween Costume: A Merry Widow
Lily Elsie made a splash in The Merry Widow, and went on to dominate musical theater during the Edwardian era. Here are a few resources to recreate her iconic look in the operetta. The Hat $39.00 from Berkeley Hat Add White Feathers and Black Feathers to complete the trimming! The Blouse $36.00 from Pickled Vintage …