You may recall seeing this dress worn by Lady Grantham in episode 2. In fact, Clio asked for a better shot and we get that in this episode (hooray!). It's a great design and you can just see a bit of the back in the mirror.
Several of you were asking me for my thoughts on the third series as I've been a bit mum on plot lines as to avoid spoiling it for my U.S. readers who won't get to view the series until January. What I can say is that I am very happy with this season. The plot is really exciting and I am LOVING the costumes. There is some really good character development and it seems less soap opera-ish than season 2 (hello distant relative from Canada who was on the Titanic....). Don't get me wrong, it's still plenty dramatic this season but harkens back to the jaw-dropping plots of season 1. It's also great to see the characters maturing, new alliances and new enemies forming and definitely some tear-jerking moments.
The costumes from this episode are spectacular! I love, love, love them all...here are my favourites:
Ok, this one might be my favourite! Check out the detailed embroidery on that collar. Love the asymmetrical matching hat:
I love that Lady Edith's colour is orange. She looks so stunning in those shades. Can I also just say how much I am enjoying the new waved bobs!
What about you? Which of the costumes is your favourite?
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I just began watching and don't know all the characters, but have loved every hat Maggie Smith as worn.
ReplyDeleteI agree! Maggie has worn some incredible hats--I really like some of the 20s hats!
ReplyDeleteI finished watching the new series week before last, which is when episode 8 of season 3 screened. I really enjoyed it and have bought the DVD to watch. I love most of the outfits, of the ones above my favourite would be the outfits Anna wears when she visits London.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting these stills! I am still anxiously waiting for January, but it's good to know things will be less soap opera-ish and that the costumes are still gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI still have yet to watch episode 8 as I was travelling--so I am looking forward to that AND the Christmas special (is that episode 8 or a different episode)? I love the series!!!
ReplyDeleteStill waiting for season 3 here in the U.S., can't wait! I'll be attending a special showing of episod one the day before it airs on tv. I'm working on a dress for the it now. You check out the event here. http://www.vpt.org/daexp
ReplyDelete-Emily
Ooooh! Thank you! That dress is simply TDF!! I can't wait for January.
ReplyDeleteI've literally just seen Downton Abbey myself, but have promptly caught up and have watched all three seasons in as many weekends :) Loving this series on their clothes- costume design is my dream job!
ReplyDeleteFreya May
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So sorry can't watch it, hoping for re-runs on our public stations.
ReplyDeleteYou have great sense of idea! i love your blog! now in winter Season black good jacket is good stuff for everyone, it's looks so cool and stylish. Thanks!
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