Behind the Bastards

Part Two: Beau Brummell: The First Celebrity and Inventor of the Suit and Tie

Jul 18, 2024
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Princess Weekes
Princess Weekes discusses Beau Brummell, the 19th-century fashion icon and modern celebrity. They explore his rebellious lifestyle, disdain for medical practices, evolution of class and fashion, British Navy significance, and King George IV's obsession with military attire. They also touch on Brummell's impact on fashion, society, and celebrity culture.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring the confidence and coolness of Beau Brummell at age 16
01:40 • 3min
3
Evolution and Influences of Class, Fashion, and Misinformation
04:50 • 20min
4
Importance of the Navy, True Crime Podcasts, and Historical Commission Buying
24:31 • 5min
5
The Fashionable Prince: The Obsession with Military Attire
29:34 • 20min
6
Beau Brummell: The Dandy of English Fashion
49:50 • 18min
7
The Unsolved Mystery of Mitrice Richardson
01:07:47 • 3min
8
Beau Brummell's Influence on Fashion and Society
01:11:10 • 15min
9
The Influence of Beau Brummell's Style on Fashion and Celebrity Culture
01:26:37 • 3min