Welcome to the West of England Costume Society

We are a group of fashion and costume enthusiasts with varied levels of knowledge of the history and study of fashion, costume, accessories and textiles.

Based in and around Bath, our events have included themed study days with talks and discussions led by academics and practitioners, visits to collections, workshops, factories and online presentations.

Our events are open to all, but take a look at the benefits of annual membership.

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Study Day with workshops

Janet Arnold Study Day - Fashion and Sustainability

Saturday 07 October 2023

Bath and County Club, Queen's Parade, Queen's Square, Bath BA1 2NJ

This year’s Janet Arnold study day will examine how the fashion world affects our world, and its efforts to mitigate the damage it causes.

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Film

QUANT (2021) Cert 12

Wednesday 18 October 2023

Parade House, 70 Fore Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 8HQ

Come along to Parade House, Trowbridge, and enjoy a screening of Quant, featuring Kate Moss, Vivienne Westwood, Edward Enninful, Charlotte Tilbury. Directed by Sadie Frost.

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These are our latest, on-line accessible magazines. Click on the front cover to open the magazine.