The Tate Family lived at 504 East 7th Street. Thaddeus Tate is the head of the household and is one of Charlotte’s leading businessmen. The Tates could afford to wear the latest fashions. Women wore dresses with high collars and long skirts. Men wore suits and ties. Sailor suits were very popular for children during the 1900s.
Many, many hours went into making a hat such as the one this lady is wearing. At this time, hat makers or milliners decorated their creations with feathers, fake and real flowers, berries, leaves, and even stuffed birds. Ladies would purchase a basic hat and the more accessories requested for the hat, the higher the price.
Beneath Everything Else They Wear…
The Belk Brothers Department Store began in Monroe, North Carolina. On September 25, 1895, the brothers opened their biggest store up to that time on 119 East Trade Street in Charlotte, North Carolina where they established their permanent headquarters.
Joseph A. Solomons owned the Carolina Clothing Company. They specialize in boys’ and men's clothing. It is located at 602 South Tryon Street. Most boys wore knickers until they reached the age of 18.
