-
Welcome to this forum . We are a worldwide group with a common interest in Birmingham and its history. While here, please follow a few simple rules. We ask that you respect other members, thank those who have helped you and please keep your contributions on-topic with the thread.
We do hope you enjoy your visit. BHF Admin Team
Search results
-
A
Marshall & Snelgrove
We only made to order,known as bespoke.Exclusive to the customer.Yes we made wedding dresses.The head fitter would make the pattern and cut it out.We were never allowed to do this,but once cut out,several of us would get it ready for a first fitting.The bride would come and try it on and then... -
A
Marshall & Snelgrove
Thankyou for the newspaper cuttings.very interesting. -
A
Marshall & Snelgrove
Yes,that was the main part of the job,although we did make clothes as well.The workroom was divided into sections,tailoring,millinery,casual wear ,that covered sports wear and cruise wear.I worked in the model gowns section,so was fortunate enough to work on beautiful ball gowns and wedding... -
A
Marshall & Snelgrove
I have only just discovered this forum,and was very interested in the posts about Marshall and Snelgrove in New St..I went to work there as an apprentice dressmaker when I was sixteen in 1957.The shop was very beautiful,as you entered the main doors,they would be opened by a man in grey top hat...