Hampshire Wardrobe

13/09/2024

04/09/2024

It's a white this week! Look closely and you'll notice we don't just have standard white shirts - these are Regency shirts. Did you know that men didn't wear underwear in the Regency Period? Their shirts were much longer and tucked between the legs!!

28/08/2024

Another handwash item for our at Hampshire Wardrobe. This beautiful beaded number was recently donated to us, and although it's a more recent piece, with some shoulder pads added, it will work well for a 1980s glamourous look 😍

19/08/2024

We're loving this Spiv look for the
Don't forget to book your appointment to get your perfect Revival outfit at Hampshire Wardrobe. Appointments are going fast!! 😲

14/08/2024

It's again and this week it's a brightly coloured affair, including panto, Victorian, 1980s and Robin Hood! Who said washing has to be boring??

12/08/2024

Fancy something a bit different for this year? Why not go for a look like our two models here?
Don't forget to book your appointment via our website (link in bio)!

09/08/2024

We're getting creative at HW. Inspired by the latest season of and in preparation for next year's Jane Austen festivities we're creating new pieces for our collection. Sometimes we start with the fabrics and trimmings as inspiration, draping these on a mannequin until we're happy with the design. Alex particularly loves Regency fashion so she's very happy at the moment 🥰

07/08/2024

Move over Tuesday Shoes Day, HW presents !
Some garments in our collection can't be washed in a conventional washing machine, so handwash our beaded 1920s dresses. We use a delicate hand wash liquid, followed by a cold water bath, and allow the dresses to drip dry. This ensures the minimum amount of damage happens to these beautiful dresses!
Come back next week to see what our washing line looks like on Wednesday!

05/08/2024

Did you know that we don't just hire costumes at Hampshire Wardrobe - we also give talks and run workshops. We love sharing our knowledge about costume and fashion history, as well as behind the scenes secrets 🤫
Check out our website for more information (link in bio)

05/08/2024

Heading to ? Look no further than Hampshire Wardrobe for your perfect vintage outfit

18/04/2024

Today, we celebrate Hampshire's rich heritage, from historic, regal ruins to our astonishing and impressive collections - both on display and in our archives. Help us continue to preserve Hampshire's treasures for generations to come and discover more on Hampshire Cultural Trust's website, hampshireculture.org.uk

22/03/2024

We’re all set up and ready for you tomorrow! Sale starts at 10, car park opens at 9. Lots of great bargains to find. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!

01/03/2024

Did you spot our incredible costumes donned by royalty at ******erCathedral in February? 👑 Find out more and see the ensemble here:

News News Royal visit at Wi******er Cathedral surprises visitors News 22nd Feb 24 Royal visit at Wi******er Cathedral surprises visitors Visitors at Wi******er Cathedral had to double-take as Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, Mary Tudor, King Alfred, and Queen Victoria were spotted strolling around the cathe...

15/02/2024

It’s back! The Hampshire Wardrobe Sale will be on Saturday 23 March from 10am to 2pm.

👗🎩 Hundreds of garments, footwear, headwear and accessories at prices ranging from £1 to £50 👠👑

🚙🚗 Free parking available on site - car park opens at 9am

🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏾We’re unable to reserve items ahead of the event and will be operating a first come first served basis

👀 All items sold as seen - unfortunately we cannot offer refunds on sale stock

⁉️🤔 We regret that we cannot answer individual enquiries about the sale via social media!

13/10/2023

We’re busy getting ready for Wi******er Fashion Week where we’ll be featuring on the catwalk show on 21 October. The team has been taking inspiration from our collection of masks to put together some show-stopping outfits! Can’t wait to see the models strutting the catwalk decked out by HW! ******erUK

11/09/2023

Stitch & Story

Location: HAMPSHIRE WARDROBE, WI******ER
Dates: Tuesday 31 October – 21 November Times: 10am – 12pm

Let the rhythm of stitching and the process of making soothe your mental wellbeing. This social course is for mixed-abilities, suitable for individuals with an interest in telling stories with fabric and thread. Across the four-week course you will learn a range of stitching techniques, including appliqué and embroidery and have the chance to transfer original photographs onto fabric. Supplies of vintage fabrics and threads will be used as you explore how to stitch a story. By the end of the course, you will have your own stitching stories journal to continue to add to.* There is free parking available on site.

This course is part of the Brighter Futures programme. The Brighter Futures programme offers FREE wellbeing courses for those 18+ who believe their mental health and wellbeing may positively benefit from attending a creative course.

All materials are included free of charge.

To sign up go to the link below https://forms.office.com/r/nk7Hq3Ha8R.

This course is part of the Hampshire County Council Adult Community Learning Programme, Hampshire Learns. Participants must live in Hampshire.

If you would like to self-refer onto any of our courses please complete the form below and a member of the team will get back to you.

05/05/2023

Hampshire Wardrobe joins people across the country and beyond in celebrating the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort.

27/03/2023

10/03/2023

We’re all set up and ready for the sale tomorrow! Car park opens at 9. Doors open at 10am. Lots of lovely ex hire costume and military uniform to choose from.
See you there…

28/02/2023

As Floral Design Day is marked today across the globe, we're taking a look at some of our most popular floral trimmed ladies’ hats. 💐 Did you know there’s so much more to these hats than meets the eye?

As we mark Floral Design Day, Hampshire Wardrobe takes a look at some of our most popular floral trimmed ladies’ hats. Did you know there’s so much more to these hats than meets the eye?

24/12/2022

Season's greetings from all at Hampshire Cultural Trust!

04/11/2022

Hampshire Cultural Trust is delighted to have been awarded funding of £500,000 per annum as a National Portfolio Organisation as part of Arts Council England’s 2023-26 Investment Programme. We are hugely grateful for their support, which will help us to continue to deliver cultural experiences that support wellbeing, happiness and health across the county. https://buff.ly/3h8JoHC

31/10/2022

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes creating the costumes for ’s new immersive experience opening 12 November. Book your ticket early to avoid disappointment!

31/10/2022

Our tipple tours are selling out fast!! we only have a few remaining spaces left for the following tours
Saturday 5th November
Wednesday 16th November
Please note, Friday 16th December is fully booked!!

13/09/2022

Find out more: hants.co/londonbridge

08/09/2022

Hampshire Cultural Trust joins the nation in the mourning of our late Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away earlier today. Our sadness at this time is shared by millions across the globe, as we remember with gratitude her lifetime of service. Elizabeth II was Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, serving the nation with devotion for 70 years since 1952.

07/06/2022

Coat season is over!! !

04/06/2022

We hope you are all having a joyous weekend. Wear your vintage outfits with pride!

03/06/2022

Happy Friday from the Wardrobe team. 👗 In honour of the jubilee bank holiday weekend we thought we would get our glad rags out and celebrate in style.