In Europe, laymen did not commonly teach in universities until the 19th century. Only by 1858 ... Eventually, the hood became separate from the gown, variegated in colour, and emblematic of scholars ...

BATAVIA — The work of local dressmakers in the 19th century, once a feature of everyday life, is now on display again. “A Dressmakers Work: Fashioning the 19th Century” opened Tuesday at the ...

The tea dress is having a comeback and there's nothing more timeless to pick for civil ceremonies and city weddings.