Author: Cassidy Zachary

Cassidy Zachary is a fashion historian, research consultant and writer living in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She also works as a costumer in film and television. Her first book entitled Fashion and the Art of Pochoir, written with co-author April Calahan, is to be published by Thames & Hudson later this year.

Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Anna Yanofsky of The Costume Institute, Metropolitan Museum of Art

by Cassidy Zachary

From ancient Coptic textiles to contemporary haute couture, the historic dress collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art is a treasure trove of culturally and historically significant pieces. I have spent hours browsing the seemingly endless online database (437,732 items have been digitized to date) and, while I have shared many pieces from the collection with you … Continue reading Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Anna Yanofsky of The Costume Institute, Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Angela Mombers of Walking Through History

by Cassidy Zachary

It is one thing to study fashion history, but it is another entirely to recreate and wear it. And yet that is the everyday reality for Walking Through History‘s Angela Mombers, whose impeccably-crafted, historically-based designs have captured the hearts and imaginations of fashion lovers the world over. From a 15th century Burgundian hennin to the regal attire of … Continue reading Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Angela Mombers of Walking Through History