A Very British Scandal: The Real-Life Wardrobe of the Duchess of Argyll

Hands up if you enjoyed “A Very British Scandal” the BBC drama written by Sarah Phelps, starring Claire Foy and Paul Bettany? ****OF COURSE YOU DID! So, here’s a treat for everyone craving more salacious and sartorial details about Margaret, Duchess of Argyll. Join host Lucy Clayton, biographer Lyndsy Spence and author Luci Gosling for a rummage around in Margaret’s real-life wardrobe. We explore the fashion standards of the time, Margaret’s personal sense of style, her penchant for the pearls that sealed her fate and, of course, Argyll socks. Links Follow @dressfancypodcast on Instagram Follow @mslucyclayton on Instagram A Very British Scandal Lyndsy Spence’s books Luci Gosling’s books Adrian Tinniswood The Mary Evans Picture Library V&A Wedding Dress piece Sweeney wedding footage

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A smart, playful and interrogative take on contemporary fashion and its context – weaving together sartorial and social history to tell powerful, surprising stories of identity. Hosted by Lucy Clayton together with a selection of special guests including designers, artists, writers, activists, academics and of course, the dresser uppers themselves, this show explores the way we dress in all its creative, sequinned and chaotic glory.