In this fantastic talk you will find out about the origins of naval uniform and why it continues to provide perennial inspiration for the fashion world.


Amber Butchart is a writer and broadcaster who specialises in the cultural and political history of textiles and dress. She is the author of five books on the history and culture of clothing, and is a regular public lecturer, speaking at institutions from the Tate to the V&A, and from Dubai to Melbourne, Dallas, Florence and Hangzhou.


Amber also researches and presents documentaries for TV and radio, including A Stitch in Time, a six-part series for BBC Four that fused biography, art and the history of fashion to explore the lives of historical figures through the clothes they wore. It was described as "snappy and engaging" by The Guardian, "hugely enjoyable" by The Telegraph and "mesmerising" by the Radio Times.


Amber Butchart - Nautical Chic will be at the Connaught Studio on Thursday 19 August, 7:45pm. Tickets are available from £16.50. For more information on any of the events visit www.wtam.uk or call the WTM Box Office on 01903 206206.