Some people are so taken in by beautiful Victorian era bathroom fixtures and lamps they simply need to have this right in their own homes. After all, they stir memories of a bygone era of elegance and grandeur.
Victorian era bathroom fixtures which echo turn-of-the-century architecture can enhance the beauty of most homes. It is no [...]
Victorian nightgown styles have always had a romantic appeal with their crisp white cotton and flowing style!
Many women in fact prefer a nightgown that covers the body all snug with a high button collar and long sleeves just like the original Victorian nightdress of years gone by. Of course the genuine antique articles would cost [...]
Luxuriating in a bathtub is one of the most relaxing ways to pamper yourself. Some people see it as a ritual that relieves and rejuvenates both body and mind. It can be soothing at the end of a grueling work day, or it can be a sprightly start to a long day. Contributing much to [...]
The Victorian Era was a period of elegance and opulence. And much of the trends that came from this era are still popular today, from fashion to furniture.
Victorian secretary desks are one of the most notable pieces of furniture that came from the said era. An antique Victorian desk can be very expensive and is [...]
Victorian dress is vintage fashionable clothing that emphasizes on sensuality and dreaminess. It first came during the mid and late Victorian period. It was a dress reform which was rather more comfortable as opposed to the fashion trend at that time.
The era was known for its opulence, and it was evident even in the most [...]
The Victorian Era is known for its hopeful romanticism. It is evident not only on their lifestyle, but on their pieces of jewelry as well. The tradition of giving engagement rings became popular during this era.
The scarcity of diamonds during the early Victorian era did not prevent their men from keeping up with the romantic [...]
The Victorian Era is an opulent period in history when various artistic styles, literary schools and political movement thrived. It was an era of prosperity. Along with the prosperity came the people’s need to lavishly surround themselves with elegant things. Private grounds were constructed into tea gardens where men and women spent their afternoons being [...]
The Victorian Era is along period of affluence and elegance for the British people. It is when the educated middle class progressed, allowing improvements on their homes. Along with it came the popularity of Victorian architecture that employed an elaborate fireplace as the centerpiece of its design.
Victorian mantels transcend time, as they are still popularly [...]
Did you know that in 10 years, the Australian population almost tripled? Do you know why?
The Victorian Gold Rush!
That gold rush lasted from 1851 to the late 1860’s and it totally changed Victoria Australia. The gold rush at Beechworth, Bendigo and Ballarat can be compared to the gold rush that took place in California in [...]
Victorian jewelry was designed to add a romantic flair to a woman’s ensemble. Dating back to the end of the 1800s, Victorian earrings usually hung from the ear from thin wires instead of being close to the ear like the traditionally worn earrings before the Victorian era.
The wealthiest of owners had earrings made of diamonds [...]
