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The History of Fashion Disasters: When Style Went Wrong (also Online) – GI 25 173

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23 January 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm GMT

Tutor: Lorraine Spindler BA (Hons) Dip Euro Hum

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Date: 23 January 2026
Time:
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost:
£48.25 – £54.50
Reference Code:
GI 25 173
Location:
Ward Street
Guildford, Surrey GU1 4LH
The Guildford Institute
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Overview

Step into the world of fashion faux pas in this engaging one-day workshop. Explore iconic missteps—from Marie Antoinette’s extravagant gowns to the infamous crinoline hoop skirts that led to tragic accidents. Discover how these blunders influenced modern fashion and safety standards. Expect lively discussions, visual examples, and a few laughs along the way.

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The Dangers of Crinoline, 1858, Image from Wikimedia Commons

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