Guest Speaker – Shopping for Style in the Second World War, with Dr. Lucy McConnell

Schedule

Fri May 15 2026 at 12:30 pm to 01:15 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

M&S Archive | Leeds, EN

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Join dress historian Dr Lucy McConnell to explore the history of Utility clothing at M&S. Visitors will get the chance to take a closer look at CC41 garments from the Archive, as well as Lucy’s own collection.  


Free event, refreshments included.


Booking is essential – head to our website to book your free ticket.

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M&S Archive, University of, Michael Marks Building, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 9LP, United Kingdom, Leeds

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