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Meridith Towne: Make Do and Mend
Fashion stops for nothing – not even the hardships of war.
Join dress historian Meridith Towne for an entertaining look at the ingenious Make Do and Mend movement. Using original garments and ephemera from her personal collection, Meridith reveals the inventive, surprising, and delightfully devious tricks British women used to stay stylish during the dark days of the Second World War.
Free, in-person event. Refreshments included, booking essential.
Booking is not yet open for this event, watch this space for more details.
Event details
| Date | 18 March 2027 |
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| Time | 1:30pm–2:30pm |
| Location | M&S Archive Michael Marks Building University of Leeds LS2 9LP |