The Scented Stitch: Exploring Perfumed Garments Through History

In this online lecture, historian and perfumer Nuri McBride explores the development of perfumed textiles around the globe.
About this Event

From the modern perspective, fragranced apparel seems a bit camp and reminiscent of the scented jelly shoes of the 1980s. However, historically, fragrance has added immense value and luxury to textiles, from the practical masking of tannery odours to the elegant addition of perfume to goldwork embroidery.

In this class, we will explore the development of aromatic textiles from around the world and learn how to apply this knowledge practically. We will examine the techniques used to scent fabrics and investigate the cultural significance behind these redolent garments.

This class offers an optional take-home exercise for attendees to practice some of these scented textile techniques at their leisure.

Who Should Take This Class

You will love this class if you are...

interested in the history and cultural impact of fragrances
have a passion for the history of textiles and fashion
intrigued by historical techniques for fragrancing the body
curious about the diverse systems of perfuming in different cultures and communities
a fragrance or garment maker seeking inspiration

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Class Particulars

This lecture will be presented live via Zoom on Jan 29th at 8:00 pm (20:00) GMT+3. Attendees can join the lecture using the link provided via our notification email sent out 12 hours before the lecture. To ensure that our emails don't get marked as spam, please add [email protected] to your contact list. The lecture recording will be accessible to general admission attendees for 14 days. Student participation is highly encouraged but optional.

Policies

No refunds
Tickets are non-transferable
You can purchase a general admission ticket up to 12 hours before a class goes live.
You cannot purchase a general admission ticket after a class has ended in order to access the recording or class materials.
Exercises and learning materials are strictly for the use of attendees.
Recordings and materials are available to general admission attendees for 14 calendar days after the class. Unfortunately, data limitations currently require us to delete recordings after 14 days. Failure to watch the video within that period is not grounds for a refund.
We have a zero-tolerance harassment policy. Abusive behaviour directed towards speakers or fellow attendees will result in immediate ejection from the class and barring from future events.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us at [email protected].