Habit of King Charles I in 1630

by Thomas Jefferys

This plate addresses the convergence between Caroline fashion trends from the 17th century and the retrospective vision of Thomas Jefferys in the 18th century. Although the "Habit" (clothing) can be traced back to 1630, Jefferys produced his influential work, entitled "A Collection of the Dresses of Different Nations," in 1757.

The superb quality of the image perfectly reflects the characteristic Cavalier fashion that reigned in the early days of King Charles I. Unlike his father’s time, which was characterized by the rigid Elizabethan collars and cuffs, King Charles I enjoys a state of dignified relaxation here.