Costume Museum of Canada
410-70 Arthur Street R3B-1G7 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Remember those who fought for our future, today and every day.

With wartime restrictions lifted, American fashion designers made a statement on the international stage: the future of American fashion is bright. Discover thi...s perfectly coordinated 1947 spring ensemble in Episode 5 of #GettingDressed! __ Episode 1: a striking pink Gilded Age afternoon dress: http://bit.ly/2FY22xZ Episode 2: a glamorous Gilded Age tea dress: http://bit.ly/2BeKiKR Episode 3: a grotesque waistcoat: http://bit.ly/2Vn3jT0 Episode 4: a gown to wow the art world: http://bit.ly/2X7KOD9

Some notes on current trends and future fashion history.

You are invited to read Harper Franklin's article "The Supreme Law for the Hat Is To Be Ravishing: The Theatre Hat Controversy in the United States, 18801900" ...on page 11 in The Journal of Dress History, Winter 2020 issue, here: https://dresshistorians.org/journal/. Image: Detail, New York, Saturday Matinee, Casino Theatre, circa 19001910, Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., United States, LCD436502.

Found while sorting through boxes: a very vintage chin strap! Quite the beauty aid, this was meant to improve one’s profile. Also reminds us to wear our face masks properly during the pandemic: over the mouth and nose, not on your chin! #vintagebeauty #vintagechinstrap #maskup

You're invited to read Pam Walker's book review of Made for Walking: A Modest History of the Fashion Boot by Andy Peake, on page 126, in the Winter 2020 issue of The Journal of Dress History, available to read here: https://dresshistorians.org/journal/

This well-loved, well worn black silk 1890’s ensemble would be perfect for Halloween! It’s great for study and more appreciation, and check out the inside as well! Sharing gems like this await us in the future, but for now, everyone Stay Safe and have a Happy ! #costumemuseumcanada #1890sfashion #1890sblacksilkdress #tattereddress

Our Etsy shop is open! Check out Seams Like Yesteryear for great Vintage patterns, clothing and ephemera!!! All proceeds go towards sustaining the Museum's permanent collection and our programming and we thank you for your support! https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/SeamsLikeYesteryear

We are heartbroken to learn that Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg ‘54 has passed away Justice Ginsburg was a proud Cornell alumna who generously donated one of her... judicial collars to us for our 2018-19 exhibit WOMEN EMPOWERED: Fashions from the Frontline. The Peter Pan style collar was designed by Catherine Osti and includes a beautiful ornate clasp. The final photo in this series is of Justice Ginsburg when she was a senior at Cornell (taken in December 1953). Rest in Power #riprbg #justiceginsburg #notoriousrbg #rbg #cornellalumna #cornellclassof1954 See more

A HUGE Thanks to all who came out to our stop on the Manitoba Fibre Trail last Friday and Saturday! It was wonderful seeing old and new friends for the first time in many months, and we sincerely appreciate the support. We hope you all found some wonderful treasures, felt safe with our distancing protocols, and will see you at our upcoming events. Meanwhile, please stay healthy, happy, and creative!

More Vintage in our sales racks now! #fibretrail2020 #manitobafibrefestival #costumemuseumcanada #vintagesale

For you to see! Gorgeous handwork and a small sampling of our Collection on view amongst the goodies we have for sale. Lots of available time slots for walk-ups today stop by! #fibretrail2020 #costumemuseumcanada #exchangedistrictwinnipeg

It’s Day 2 of the #manitobafibrefestival #fibretrail2020 ! Come see us today at 70 Arthur St for fabrics, patterns, hand-turned sewing tools and vintage fashion! Lots of time slots available for walk-ups so come on by!

Hand turned sewing tools by @marc_ink_turnings are here! Seam rippers, stilettos, needle threaders and more in gorgeous acrylics and wood. #manitobafibrefestival #manitobafibretrail #fibretrail2020 #costumemuseumcanada #exchangedistrictwinnipeg

It’s a gorgeous day to head out onto the Manitoba Fibre Festival’s #fibretrail2020 ! See you soon!

Almost set up! Exclusive offering of Costume Museum of Canada cotton face masks are just $10! Tonight 5-9 and tomorrow 10-5 at 70 Arthur St! Pre-registration is still available and walk-ups will be accommodated as space is available due to social distancing protocols. #manitobafibrefestival #fibretrail2020 #costumemuseumcanada #exchangedistrictwinnipeg

P.S. if you’re shopping for mask fabric we will also have elastic available! #fibretrail2020 #costumemuseumcanada #fabricsale #manitobafibrefestival

Need ribbon? #vintagesale #fabricsale #manitobafibretrail #fibretrail2020 #costumemuseumcanada

Tomorrow’s the first day of #fibretrail2020 ! Come@shop@for fabric, vintage patterns, antique trim, and... vintage clothing!!! Here’s a behind the scenes peek at our prep. Physical distancing will be observed so please pre-register to attend and wear a mask. Email us at [email protected] to reserve your spot, lots if times available@in Saturday! #exchangedistrictwinnipeg #manitobafibrefestival #manitobafibretrail #costumemuseumcanada #vintagesale #fabricsale