The Edwardian Era was short lived, from 1901 when Edward was crowned king. Some end the era with Edward’s reign in 1910, others until 1918 as World War I ended.

Evening gowns were low-cut and sleeveless, and then the neckline rose and sleeves became fuller. The sleeve went from a tight top and fuller bottom gathered into a wide cuff to the double-puff that ‘Anne of Green Gables’ dreamed of. By 1910, kimono sleeves were popular.
The mermaid skirt was popular in 1901. It was gored, clung above the knees and then flared out to the hem. Some skirts were trained while the hems were decorated with lace and fabric ruffles. A standing collar was popular for daywear, but soon shortened due to practicality.