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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

The Costumes of Downton Abbey: Upstairs

On Saturday I wrote about visiting the Costumes of Downton Abbey exhibit at Winterthur and included photos featuring "downstairs" uniforms. As promised, here are a few costumes worn by the folks upstairs.

These photos were taken with my phone and I obviously have no talent for photography, but if you're a Downton fan, they're sure to bring back happy memories.



















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13 comments:

  1. AndiMay 21, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    This is so so so cool! One (of the man) reasons I love Downtown is for the beautiful costuming. I mean, THOSE DRESSES! #drool

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    1. JoAnnMay 21, 2014 at 5:12 PM

      Andi - It was really amazing seeing the detail on these costumes up close... the photos don't even begin to capture it.

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  2. Katherine PMay 22, 2014 at 7:48 AM

    Oh what a fun exhibit! I'm sure the costumes were absolutely stunning in person as they're beautiful in pictures. Though I must admit I'm glad the tea length dresses aren't the thing now - I'd never be able to pull it off!

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    1. JoAnnMay 22, 2014 at 10:01 AM

      Katherine - The detail on these costumes is simply amazing!

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  3. AnonymousMay 22, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    What an interesting exhibit. I suppose all these costumes have been 'retired' and that they won't be needed in the shoot for the coming season. Yes, don't we all wish Downton the series can come more often than just once a year.

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    1. JoAnnMay 22, 2014 at 11:27 AM

      Arti - I'm sure it wouldn't do to have any of the Granthams wearing last seasons clothes ;-)

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  4. UnknownMay 23, 2014 at 6:41 AM

    Great photos JoAnn. Thanks for sharing them.

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  5. Melissa (Avid Reader)May 23, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    Oh my goodness, this is incredible, I would love to see this exhibit! Thanks for sharing!

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  6. stacybuckeyeMay 23, 2014 at 9:07 PM

    What a fun exhibit~

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  7. Vintage ReadingMay 24, 2014 at 7:56 PM

    The Edwardians were certainly elegant. Thanks for posting this.

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  8. JaneGSMay 26, 2014 at 12:41 PM

    I absolutely love the costumes of DA, especially Lady Mary's outfits. I followed your link to Wintherthur to see if I could be anywhere within striking distance, but alas no.

    I didn't see it in your pictures, but did they exhibit Lady Sybil's harem pants outfit--I loved that especially too.

    Thanks for the report.

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  9. DarleneMay 27, 2014 at 1:33 AM

    I'd love to see these even though I haven't watched all the shows!

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