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Queen Victoria established a unique tradition within the British royal family: a fondness for nautical-inspired clothing. This legacy began in 1846 when she commissioned a miniature sailor’s uniform for her young son, Prince Albert Edward. The trend quickly caught on, becoming a Victorian craze and influencing the fashion choices of royals and aristocrats throughout the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The tradition continued through the 20th century, with Princess Diana embracing sailor outfits for her sons, Princes William and Harry, in the 1980s. Today, Princess Charlotte echoes the style of her grandmother and great-grandmother, showcasing the enduring legacy of Queen Victoria’s nautical fashion.

Matthew Jacobi has spent the past year restoring his 119-year-old Queen Anne Revival-era home in Winnipeg’s North Point Douglas neighbourhood. With original stained glass windows, mother-of-pearl light switches, and even period-appropriate lightbulbs, Jacobi has recreated the grandeur of the home when it was first built in 1905. Jacobi’s passion for restoration stems from his childhood visits to his grandparent’s home built in 1894. He believes that these historic homes embody the history of Winnipeg and should be preserved for generations to come.