Art nouveau fashion

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The burnous, both in name and design, is of Arab origin, and describes a full, hooded cloak, often decorated with embroidery and tassels. It can also be spelled burnoose and bournouse. The burnous was introduced to Western fashion through the Spahi, the French calvary troops of from Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco, whose uniforms included burnous. The Spahi began in the 1830s, and saw extensive action throughout the 19th century. This, combined with photographs of the Spahi troops in their…

Embroidered cotton canvas with cotton and chenille, designed by H. Creed & Co, Paris, 1900-1904

c.1905-10 vintage color Art Nouveau print

Art Deco Fashion was Defined by Simple Lines, Richly Colored and Textured Fabrics Inspired by Exotic Areas Around the World.

Art deco costume design. Léon Bakst. Mother of Venus

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