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The Marvelous 1950s Costumes of Marvelous Mrs Maisel

December 4, 2018 20th Century

Amy Sherman-Palladino’s Marvelous Mrs Maisel is about a Jewish mother who explores her passions by becoming a comedian. The show uses 1950s fashion throughout the plot using colours and patterns to express both the glamour and austerity found in ...

Are We Living in the New Swing Era?

December 5, 2017 20th Century

Martin Ellis is the Director of the Swingland dance school and events company with an Art Deco-styled Winter Ball coming up on December 16. The ongoing success of this venture that will soon be celebrating 20 years of business stands testament to ...