A Closer Look at an 18th-Century Suit -  This magnificent red silk velvet suit from the 1770s had been in our (Kent State University Museum) Fashion Timeline exhibition for the past several months but, we recently took it off exhibit. The textile is a remarkable textured velvet and it is  trimmed with silver embroidery and sequins. (click through for more detailed photos) Rococo Fashion, Fashion In, Fashion History, Moda Fashion, European Fashion, Vintage Fashion, Fashion 1920s, Fashion Quotes, 18th Century Dress