Jane Austen Festival welcoming Hollywood designer to Bath
Celebrated English novelist Austen lived in Bath from 1801 to 1806, and the annual festival celebrating her work has grown from first being held in 2001 to become a 10-day event in September.Ms Howell: "There's so many balls – we're offering a service where people can come into us, get the Hollywood treatment."The hair and the make-up, make sure their costume looks good…we're your ladies maids!"'The Art of Adornment' studio by the Jane Austen Museum will be offering experiences including regency-inspired hair artistry, beauty rituals of the era, wardrobe preparation and styling.
Ms Howell, who is originally from the city of Austin in Texas, has worked in the industry for 20 years.The designer moved to Bath in January to follow her passion for creating period pieces."I used to come [to Bath] every chance I could get," she said. "I love the size [of the city]."History is so respected here - it makes me feel like I can really lean into it like I've wanted to for a really long time."The first Jane Austen Festival in 2001 took place over a weekend at The Jane Austen Centre in Bath.It now draws thousands of people, many coming from around the world to be part of it.Throughout the festival, which this year will run from 12 to 21 September, attendees can take part in guided walks, costumed balls, theatrical performances and talks.
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