Head to Head What Can Historical Clothing Reveal That Other Sources Cannot? From Elizabeth I’s intimate attire to fabrics that threatened social hierarchies, clothes tell us about more than just their wearers. History Today | Published in Volume 73 Issue 9 September 2023 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Elizabeth IFashion Related Articles Fashion and the Third Reich Renaissance Fashion: The Birth of Power Dressing Popular articles Why Do Religions Decline? The Iron Amir: Britain’s Afghan Legacy