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Percy Grainger's unique towelling clothing designs, his military uniforms, childhood clothes, formal wear, items of Ella Grainger's wardrobe as well as examples of clothes belonging to the composers Cyril Scott, Balfour Gardiner and Roger Quilter.  

Percy Grainger also preserved his mother's significant wardrobe, which includes gowns by Chanel and Worth, and provides insight into fashion trends of the upper-middle class during the Edwardian era.

Rose Grainger Costume Collection Percy Grainger preserved most of his mother's extensive wardrobe following her death in 1922. This significant collection, which includes gowns by Chanel and Worth, provides insight into fashion trends of the upper-middle class during the Edwardian era.