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Incredible coat. 2 coats in one. Would this be the modern dress version? bsky.app/profile/dail...
January 14, 2026 at 11:31 AM
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Evening dress, Hoschedé Rebours, France, 1885

I gather this is a really well known dress. I can see why - the black silk against the shining beading (?) is really beautiful. The cut & neckline is very modern, with only the bustle really showing its age.

#fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet #ootd
image 1. Museum photo of an evening dress (front view). Its full length, sleeveless, with a deep v-shaped neckline. Its black, with possibly black, shiny beading throughout. The waist is narrow and structured, and the front of the skirt has some draping flowing around from the bustle (see image 2). Image 2. Side view of the same dress from image 1. From this angle you can clearly see the large bustle at the back of the skirt, with a black lace trail over the top of a heavy black silk trail.
January 14, 2026 at 10:07 AM
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Wool overcoat, British, 1885

It is highly unlikely you'll see a better coat anytime soon. Honest to god, take the time for a good look. Incredible buttons, deep pockets - this is a real coat, no doubt.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #TheMet
Museum photo of a long overcoat, in dark gray/light brown wool. It is in two layers - the undersection is almost a full-length sleeveless dress, buttoned from the collar to the waist. It features two deep rectangular pockets on each hip. There is a capelet/over-jacket on top of this, in the same fabric, with a high, stiff collar, and buttons from collar to upper abdomen.
January 9, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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Not much sleep due to all the helicopters passing overhead. They should put that on the Life in the UK test.

What is likely to keep you awake at night in the UK?
- the dogs that everyone is obsessed with
- a fleet of military helicopters
- wondering why the psychopathic Henry VIII is so popular
January 8, 2026 at 8:20 AM
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Evening dress, House of Worth, France, 1882

A lot going on with this one. I'm very fond of the draping of fabric across the skirt - that's a lovely effect. And the silk flowers are wonderfully well preserved. Really beautiful design element.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet
A museum photo of a full length, sleeveless evening dress in cream colour plain and sheer silk. It has an almost off-the-shoulder neckline, with a narrow tapering waist. The skirt is full, with expansive hips, and a large bustle and trail behind. Sheer fabric is draped across the front of the skirt, and the hem is obscured by several layers of lace. An enormous trail of silk flowers sweeps from the left hip across the skirt to the right ankle, then continues circling above the lace hem.
January 7, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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Playing Street Fighter is basically my main hobby, but these early numbers are just really bad for the scene. There are so many good fighting games out there that I wish people would try!

Having one company or franchise dominate any industry is rarely a good thing.
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SF6 has totally consumed the FGC. I'm happy a fighting game is mainstream again, but the number difference with other FGs is honestly depressing.

If you're a beginner, please try other fighting games too! Besides Street Fighter!
January 7, 2026 at 8:15 AM
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Ball gown, British, Madame Elise, 1880

I am super tired so words are not flowing. But look, this is a very nice dress. The silk rose bouquet is really lovely against the gold trim, right?

Madame Elise really knew what she was doing.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #ootd #TheMet
Museum photo of a ballgown, predominantly in cream, with gold trim. Its full length, with a narrow waisted bodice, long trail, and a deep oval shaped neckline. The neckline and cuffs are trimmed with lace. There is a horizontal gold band of silk at the lower thighs, and the entire front of the dress is covered in lace (in vertical seams). It is set with a red silk bouquet of roses at the right upper chest.
January 5, 2026 at 9:28 AM
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It is way beyond time that every nation blacklisted the US, as we've done for Russia.

Wouldn't do much, but we just cannot accept this.
January 3, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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This video essay from Frank Cifaldi at the Video Game History Foundation is superb. Covers the launch and legacy of the NES in the US, 40 years ago. Really fascinating, compelling stuff.

#Nintendo @frankcifaldi.bsky.social @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social

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The Untold Story of the Nintendo Entertainment System
YouTube video by The Video Game History Foundation
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December 28, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Got a lovely present from my family - the new Sunmi album. If you're not familiar with #kpop albums, they're really extravagant. Collectible cards, posters, photography books, etc. This one is great, and Sunmi's music is awesome (sort of Sophie Ellis Bextor vibe).

#Christmas #heartmaid #sunmi
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Photo of the contents of an album (heart maid, by Sunmi). There is a large hardcover book, with a photo of the singer in a maid outfit holding a dagger on the cover. There are separate mid and small sized photocards of Sunmi).
December 25, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Merry Christmas to those celebrating! 🎄☃️

I recorded a short guided meditation for anyone who might need a bit of quiet time to themselves today. Enjoy 🙂

#yoga #relaxation #witchsky

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Christmas meditation - Centring and healing - 9 minutes
YouTube video by Yoga with Alan
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December 25, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Evening dress, Liberty and Co, Britain, 1880s

Breath-taking example of a neoclassically draped dress. The designers were interested in reviving classical Greek forms, and it really shows! Amazing colour too.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet
Image 1. Museum photo of a gold coloured full-length evening dress. The dress gives the impression of a length of fabric draped around the whole of the body, with many folds. It has an V-neckline, ties of the same fabric at each shoulder, no sleeves, and a narrow waist. The bodice itself has light boning, not visible. The skirt is very full, with many folds, and a large dust ruffle behind. Image 2. A view from the right of the same dress as Image 1. Shows more clearly the draping of fabric in the bodice, with the right side of the bodice draped over the left.
December 24, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Child's dress, USA, 1879

Worn by Mina, aged 6 and a half, for a party. It was once pink (visible on the rear image), but has faded with time. There's a photo of Mina on The Met website:
www.metmuseum.org/art/collecti...

#dresshistory #fashionhistory #fashionsky #TheMet
Image 1 A museum photo of a child's dress. It is now a somewhat dull beige, but was once pink. It has lacy capped sleeves, a square cut neckline (trimmed with lace) and scalloped detailing down the left and right of the bodice. The skirt is mid-length, with further scalloping and lace trim. Image 2 Rear view of the dress from image 1. It shows the buttons up the back that fasten the dress, and some large tassels hanging over the centre of the hips. Two of these are raised, revealing the original pink colour.
December 22, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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Did a Tarot version of the Grand Tableau for midwinter last night. I'm still learning so it was quite hard to analyse, but a really interesting exercise.

#witchsky #tarotsky #solstice
Photo of part of a living room. A coffee table in the foreground holds 36 tarot cards in a 4x9 pattern. In the background is a fireplace with a Christmas stocking, and a Christmas tree.
December 22, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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My group asked me to record a Yoga Nidra meditation, so here we are. Enjoy!

If you're not familiar, Nidra is a deep relaxation, best practiced tucked up in the dark under lots of blankets. So an ideal #solstice practice 🌌😴

#witchsky #yoga #visualisation #meditation

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Yoga Nidra - 45 minute guided relaxation - Sleep and insight
YouTube video by Yoga with Alan
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December 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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This song by i-dle always makes me think of the solstice. It has a lot of language about the return of fire and light, and a really enchanting, witchy sound, especially the chorus. Really lovely song.

Thought #witchsky folks might be interested 🔥🔥🔥
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(여자)아이들((G)I-DLE) - 'HWAA (English Ver.)' Official Lyric Video
YouTube video by i-dle (아이들)
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December 21, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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This is so depressing. To hell with Microsoft.
December 19, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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Ball gown, British, Madame Elise, 1875

I posted another Madame Elise a few days ago, but this one is even better. The red is so rich and luxurious!

Its such a gorgeous dress I would 100% nick it if I saw it in the museum.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet
Museum photo of a sleeveless red ball gown in silk and cotton. It has a narrow-waisted bodice in a dark red, and a long skirt in a lighter red. The neckline is broad, sweeping shoulder to shoulder in a shallow curve fringed with cream lace trim. There is a large, 3D floral detail at the shoulder (resembling a rose) and the centre of the chest. Darker embroidery (maybe?) forms a band at the top of the hips, and sweeps in a spiral from the navel, wrapping around the skirt twice before reaching the hem.
December 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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I'm 28 years late to the party, but this game is so much fun
#Darkstalkers #vampiresavior #BBHood
Screenshot from a video game. A small blonde girl in a red hood and cloak is lying on her tummy smiling at a flower which is also smiling. Beneath the image, text reads "mess with me again, I'll riddle you with bullets".
December 17, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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Day dress, France, 1872

This beautiful thing was likely worn to afternoon receptions. The cotton is quite textured, almost rough to my eyes. And yet the dress speaks of real luxury: delicate pattern, lace edging, porcelain buttons. Really lovely.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #dresshistory #TheMet
Day dress in white cotton, with a red flower print throughout. A layer of sheer white cotton overlays the skirts, sides of the bodice, and sleeves. All edges are trimmed with white cotton lace. The sleeve ends are extremely large - almost a foot long, and likely covered the hands in part. The neckline is almost square cut, with a very shallow V cutting across the chest. White porcelain buttons are fastened on the front of the bodice, and the skirts (which are very broad) have three separate layers with lace edging, at the mid-thigh, mid-calf, and hem.
December 16, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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Another meditation - posting these once a week.
Today is a little more directive, asking you to actively work with your breath and attend to the body, before settling into awareness. I welcome any thoughts on this or other videos!

#meditation #yoga #breath #dhyana

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Meditation, Dec 15th: Breath and Body
YouTube video by Yoga with Alan
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December 15, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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I'm slowly improving. The initial MR drop was so overwhelming that I just gave up on the idea that I could play Dhalsim at all. But I picked him up again recently and am gradually getting it together.

#streetfighter #masterrank #dhalsim #fgc

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Street Fighter 6 - Dhalsim v Ed - back up to 1400 MR
YouTube video by Votes4cows
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December 15, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Evening dress, American, 1872

This is cool. The owner, Amelia Beard, wore it as a bridesmaid dress in 1862, then altered it into its current form at short notice to wear to a party. I love this story. She had some skills!!

#fashionsky #dresshistory #fashionhistory #TheMet
Museum photo of an evening dress. It is made in cream-coloured cotton organdy and mull. It has full length sleeves with very wide cuffs, that probably extended pas the wrists. The fabric overall is quite sheer, and must have been worn over something else. The top is almost open at the front - a sharp v extending from the neck to the mid-waist. The skirt is full length, but higher at the front (about knee height). Throughout, the dress is embellished with fringing and lots of little details.
December 11, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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Parasol, American, 1870

This is gorgeous, and apparently useless for sun protection (tiny too - its <60cm wide). But it looks lovely. Unusually, its heavily beaded, and has a collapsible handle so it could be used as a large fan.

#fashionsky #fashionhistory #TheMet #notsurethiscountsasfashion
Museum photo of a parasol. It has a wooden handle with a small L-shaped ivory end-piece. The parasol itself is in linen, silk and glass beading. It is a pale cream colour, with concentric patterned rings around the centre. Green and red flowers at the top, smaller patterns of blue, green and red, then a very large green and yellow leaf pattern near the brim. The brim itself is tasselled.
December 10, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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Somehow, Skyrim returned

Just like Palpatine, this thing just keeps coming back and I find myself playing it again.

#ElderScrolls #Skyrim
Still image from Skyrim (a video game). A female orc dressed in light armour is pictured from behind, standing on a hillside looking down into a wooded valley, with a snowy mountain in the distance.
December 9, 2025 at 5:35 PM