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Gibson/Flapper First Ladies 100 Years of Hats ’40s – ’50s Fashions
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Gibson Girl Mother/Flapper Daughter – The First Generation Gap

Buttoned up Gibson Girls and free-living flappers ... it was the grandmother of all generation gaps.  Hear about the fashion and lifestyle changes that occurred between the time of the Gibson Girls in the 1890s and their flapper daughters in the 1920s.  Costumed fashion historian Bonnie Hansen will share compelling period photos and an eye-catching display of authentic period clothing and accessories from both eras in this colorful talk.

A popular choice for Mother’s Day Teas.

Approximate time: 45 minutes.

Set up requirements:

  • PowerPoint projector, screen and computer

  • Folding room divider screen for fashion display

  • Two tables up front for display of accessories

  • Microphone (hand held cordless or hand held with a long cord)

Cost:

Program prices vary depending on:

  • Location of event/distance

  • Date (April, May, Sept and Oct. more costly due to availability and demand)

  • Number of attendees

Please contact Bonnie for a price quote.

Bonnie Hansen –Gibson/Flapper talk
Bonnie Hansen –Gibson/Flapper talk

The First Generation Gap
Gibson Girl Mother
Gibson Girl Mother		 Flapper Daughter
Flapper Daughter

 

Gibson/Flapper First Ladies 100 Years of Hats ’40s – ’50s Fashions
Loula Long Combs The Harvey Girls Underpinnings   Text