Jane Austen's Fashion Bible

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  • Jane Austen's Fashion Bible by Ros Ballaster

Jane Austen's Fashion Bible is a joyous celebration of the visual world created by the beloved regency author.

A stunning gift edition from Macmillan Collector's Library, Jane Austen's Fashion Bible features extracts from Jane Austen's novels and juvenilia, and focuses on the iconic styles and social settings of the era.

Each excerpt is accompanied by a beautiful corresponding colour fashion plate and entertaining description from Regency magazine La Belle Assemblée. Published from 1806 until 1832, La Belle Assemblée was most famous for its beautiful fashion plates that featured outfits for all occasions, from the most lavish ball gowns to dresses to wear on a country walk.

Ros Ballaster's commentary will guide the reader through this wonderful book. Ros is a professor at Oxford University and an expert on Jane Austen.
Jane Austen's Fashion Bible
$24.99
Available In Stock
Description

"A stunning gift edition" - Hasty Book List
"Janeites will treasure this." - Publishers Weekly
"Packed with charm and lovely illustrations, this is tailor-made for Austen fans" - Booklist

Two beautifully crafted worlds are brought together in this celebration of Regency fashion and the writing of Jane Austen.

Exquisite color drawings from Regency magazine La Belle Assemblée and their entertaining descriptions are matched with much-loved passages from Jane Austen's published novels, letters and manuscript fiction. Professor Ros Ballaster's lively commentary guides the reader through this fascinating book.

From elaborate evening gowns and elegant walking dresses to charming seaside outfits, Jane Austen's Fashion Bible brings to life the world of Jane Austen.

Description

"A stunning gift edition" - Hasty Book List
"Janeites will treasure this." - Publishers Weekly
"Packed with charm and lovely illustrations, this is tailor-made for Austen fans" - Booklist

Two beautifully crafted worlds are brought together in this celebration of Regency fashion and the writing of Jane Austen.

Exquisite color drawings from Regency magazine La Belle Assemblée and their entertaining descriptions are matched with much-loved passages from Jane Austen's published novels, letters and manuscript fiction. Professor Ros Ballaster's lively commentary guides the reader through this fascinating book.

From elaborate evening gowns and elegant walking dresses to charming seaside outfits, Jane Austen's Fashion Bible brings to life the world of Jane Austen.

ISBN
9781035049127
By
Ros Ballaster
Publisher
Macmillan Collector's Library
Publication Date
October 14, 2025
Binding
Hardcover
Item Condition
New
Language
English
Pages
144
Keywords
Non-Classifiable | Non-Classifiable; Biography & Autobiography | Fashion; History | Social History; Literary Collections | Women Authors; Design | Fashion & Accessories; Design | Textile & Costume