I tend to observe summer from afar in as much shade as possible. Therefore I can admire this #1950s Schiaparelli swimsuit without having the smallest desire to actually be anywhere hot. Except it is hot & I am hiding from the sun like the wintry creature that I am @metmuseum.org #FashionHistory 🗃️🪡

Coat, J Hamilton, American, 1905 A little tricky to see the detail here due to the colour. Interesting one though. Its got the most fabulous chunky buttons, and the frankly weird collar looks like a torc but does actually open properly. #fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet

A statement on the UK's horrific Tr,ans discrimination from the Lemkin Institute (a multinational, non-governmental organisation whose aim is the prevention of genocide). This very clearly explains the absolute absurdity of the UK's position on this. www.lemkininstitute.com/statements-n...

This is a beautiful arrangement of Blue Fields from #FinalFantasyVIII (aka the best final fantasy). It's the game's overworld theme, so you hear it constantly, which really contributes to the games dreamlike quality. @harpsibored.bsky.social #finalfantasy youtu.be/6gKG4CTCPn4?...

Getting absolutely destroyed online in #Granblue, but I'm slowly learning. And every so often I get to land this outrageously silly super move. So all is well. #granbluefantasyversus #fgc #vikala #gbfvr

I'm sure I've seen stupider theories and graphics, but I honestly can't think of any at the moment. BTW, I've checked and it is unfortunately real. Part of a DfE presentation on 'Prevent' (aka the programme that encourages educators to mistrust all of their students).

Child's coat, USA, 1905 A beautiful, high quality garment. Cotton with wool lining for the main body, and silk for the collar and cape. I am somewhat resentful that my parents never provided me with such a thing 😠 #fashionsky #fashionhistory #TheMet

i-dle are back with this fantastic song. I'm sort of obsessed with Soyeon's voice (she's the first person to sing, wearing the black suit). I think she writes a lot of their songs too - super talented person. #i-dle #아이들 #kpop youtu.be/w6FzChNkVrY?...

Dinner dress, France, 1903 Not sold on the colour scheme, but this is a fabulous dress. PLEASE click in and open the image in a new tab, the detailing is S-tier. I'm most taken by the neat little jacket, but the whole thing is rather lovely. #fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet

NHS and central government have once again made a decision based on ideology, without consulting patients or families, and in contravention of the available evidence. I am full of rage at this country. And fear for the future of trans and other marginalised communities.

New meditation recording today. A simple practice, sort of focused on manipura chakra, but really its what meditation always is. Being right here, right now, and simply letting that be enough. Other links in the attached post. #meditation #yoga #mindfulness 1/2 open.spotify.com/episode/7x5s...

Quakers in Britain has released the following statement on the EHRC's draft code of practice around the UK Supreme Court's ruling on the meaning of sex in the Equality Act . 👇🕯️❤️ https://www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-events/news/quaker-response-to-draft-guidance-around-definition-of-sex

Dress, Nebraska USA, 1902 I'm light on details here - can't even tell the fabric! A simultaneously muted and extravagant dress. Extraordinary decorative detailing, but its just so dark! In bright sunlight I reckon it would be a sight to behold. #fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet

To hell with that. If you can't be bothered to recruit properly, I'm going to assume you'll be awful to work for.

Morning dress, USA, 1902 Note the lack of a 'u' - important context. I'll hazard a guess that this is an indoor morning dress, given the colour and lightness, but maybe someone else knows. Looks comfortable for enjoying your tea and toast anyhow. #fashionhistory #dresshistory #fashionsky #TheMet

Its somehow been 2 months since my last meditation upload! This one is a simple practice in directing your awareness, and settling into stillness. Have a listen if that's of interest. Also on other podcast things (apple, amazon, spotify), but I forgot how to get the links 😐 rss.com/podcasts/med...

Riding ensemble, Morin Blossier, France, 1902 Not much time for fashion this week, but check this out! No way would I have called it as 1902 womenswear. Seems that it was inspired by 18th century men's fashion. The floral embroidery is lovely. #fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet

Its a musical day. This set is worth tuning in for: celebrating the 25th anniversary of Armin van Buurens show, A State of Trance. I think i started listening in 02 or 03, so not quite from the start, but close! #ASOT #ASOT1280 #Trance www.youtube.com/live/BYOjgNq...

I'm surprisingly emotional over this - Mamamoo's first song in years (4 years?). Its such a beautiful song, and also a huge treat to see them back working together after all this time. Love it 🫠🥰😭 youtu.be/PVzSI9PpkXc?... #마마무 #Mamamoo #4flowers #kpop

This is incredible 🥰

The whole family went to see Xdinary Heroes in Manchester last night. Venue was way too hot, but the band were incredible over a very long set (>2 hours!). Before I got into them, I'd not have expected such a classic rock experience from the #kpop scene. Fantastic vibes. #xdinaryheroes #엑스디너리히어로즈

Blood donation number 66. Didn't think I'd get this far, it just sort of happened 🤣 Well worth doing though. Feel free to give me a shout if you're curious about trying.

Ball gown, Driscoll of Boston, 1900 All the individual elements are lovely, but the combination results in (as a friend put it) a dress resembling a Ferrero Rocher wrapper. But they were invented in 1979, so maybe Ferrero copied this dress??! #dresshistory #fashionhistory #fashionsky #TheMet

I interview Ludovic Mbock, the famed competitive fighting game player who was detained by ICE after a routine check in. I learned how someone initially shy and in a new world connected with a community who refused to let him disappear. www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...

I'll post another dress in a couple of days, and I'm quite excited for it because it sits in an interesting space between absolutely hideous and strangely beautiful 😁

Ball gown, House of Worth, Paris, 1900 Isn't this fabulous? I wonder if the red was even richer when it was made (126 years ago!). Its a beautiful shade still. I also love the asymmetric bodice design - seemed to be quite popular at this time. #fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet

The updated code of practice for services, public functions and associations has been laid before Parliament. The guidance tells organisations how they should approach trans inclusion. Here’s what that means 👇 goodlawproject.org/the-code-of-...

New EHRC guidance is out. It is nothing short of an act of violence against trans people. In every reference to "biological sex" you can see the truth: that they all regret gender "reassignment" ever being included in the Equality Act. And so they slowly unpick every protection they can.

Dress, E Stauffer of New York, 1900 I'm not sure what to make of this. The silhouette is lovely, the lace gives it a beautiful delicacy, & the colour is very striking. But there's something in the tightness of the collar and sleeves that throws me. #fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet

Welcome to Street Fighter 6! Blanka Chan x Ingrid’s Monoid

Ball gown, House of Worth, France, 1900 HoW dresses of this period were really outstanding, so its a shame they seemed to fade away in the decades that followed. The pink used here is beautifully delicate alongside the floral details. Love it. #fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet

"Hubs" means concentration camps.

Eurovision today. It was once my favourite event of the year, but I've been boycotting it for a few years now. Impossible to enjoy any event that allows a genocidal state to enter.

Ball gown, La Religieuse, Paris, 1900 Nice ball gown in silk here. I couldn't find out anything about the design house, but either way, the dress is really lavish and luxurious looking. Feels unusual to have it in pure black? #fashionsky #dresshistory #TheMet #fashionhistory

Gonna stick all my fighting game rank-ups in this thread, because frankly, nobody on bluesky is interested in them 😄 Good week this week - progress in Guilty Gear and Tekken. So lets start with Lili. I'm still terrible, but getting better. #FGC youtu.be/_EHjmqVI92U

I'm still terrible at Tekken, but this is too good to not share. Lost the first round, then TRIPLE perfected this guy. Lili is an absolute delight btw. youtu.be/Nt9jR-NlpRo

Wool cape, European, 1900 Seems like the ideal garment for our sylvan friends. Lovely thick wool, chunky buttons, and a satisfyingly big, heavy hood. This is cool #fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet

Evening dress, House of Worth, France, 1900 I was going to post something from the Met Gala, but I'm still in 1900, so it'll take me a while to get to 2026. Love the beautiful lace-work, the subtle stars, and the folds on the bodice on this one. #fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet

Fantastic

Finally found my main in Granblue Fantasy Versus. Vikala is so much fun, and its nice to play a modern game where zoning is actually viable (at least at the low level I'm playing). Excited to learn and improve with her. #FGC #Granblue #GranblueFantasy #ASW youtu.be/3OwqBHlaGsk?...

Evening dress, House of Worth, France, 1900 Like my previous post, the light & dark of this dress really pierces the fog of your mind - its so immediate and beautiful. @sufridasafo.bsky.social I wonder what Mr Worth's instruction was this time! #fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet

Really enjoyed this set by Laura Van Dam, from the State of Trance festival last weekend. Would be amazing to see her live someday. #trance #asot youtu.be/Q13ZFvH-bFc?...

Evening dress, House of Worth, France, 1900 Look, this is a masterpiece. No other way to put it. The metalwork effect of the black velvet on ivory satin is one of the most beautiful design elements I've ever seen on a dress. I am in awe of this. #fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet

Living under capitalism is terrible, because I'm working right now when I could be just playing Guilty Gear instead.

Coat by Takashimaya, Japan, 1900 A long time since I've posted anything Japanese. This is a beautiful coat. The detail of the peacock is incredible - more pictures attached in the linked post. Always a fan of these very large sleeve ends too. 1/2 #fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet

Real treat to see high level Dragon Ball FighterZ again. ASW has put on a fantastic invitational tournament in California, moving into top 4 shortly. www.twitch.tv/dragonballfi...

Riding habit, T Miller & Sons, NY USA, 1900 This is a nice one. The fabric looks heavy, but both jacket and skirt have an absolutely perfect cut. The curved line of the centre front of the jacket down through the hem is really pleasing to the eye. #fashionhistory #fashionsky #dresshistory #TheMet

Bathing suit, Wanamaker's Dept Store, Pennsylvania USA, 1900 I love this style! Modern bathing suits are obviously more practical, but there's just something so lovely about these turn of the century ones. Floppy peter pan collars really make everything better. #fashionsky #fashionhistory #TheMet

#Ootd is this 1954 Dior Nuit D'Aout (August Night). @metmuseum notes that this dress is reminiscent of the robe a la polonaise (a 1770-80s dress style where the skirts are looped up to create three sections to reveal the underskirt). Likewise, the silk's pattern is inspired by rococo designs.

Absolutely incredible. My friend Paul is a good account to follow if you're interested in this kind of thing and don't mind an awful lot of cursing 😄