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Jane Austen & Her Wardrobe: A Visit with Hilary Davidson

Jane Austen & Her Wardrobe: A Visit with Hilary Davidson

Update: 2023-09-071
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What did Jane Austen wear? Was she a stylish dresser? A dowdy spinster? In this episode, noted fashion and textile historian Hilary Davidson sets the record straight, revealing that Austen was much more fashion conscious and on-trend than many suppose. Join us as we discuss what would have been in Austen’s personal wardrobe, from headwear and gowns to everything in between, and Davidson shares fascinating insights gained while researching her new book, Jane Austen’s Wardrobe.

Podcast Host:  Breckyn Wood
Transcript and show notes:  https://jasna.org/austen/podcast/ep3

You can learn more about Hilary Davidson on her website at http://www.hilarydavidson.net and follow her on Instagram and Twitter @FourRedShoes. She also has a Twitter account for her books @AustenDress.

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Robin Henry

loved, loved, loved this. Cannot wait to get the book and be at the AGM. :)

Sep 12th
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Jane Austen & Her Wardrobe: A Visit with Hilary Davidson

Jane Austen & Her Wardrobe: A Visit with Hilary Davidson

Jane Austen Society of North America