century, whitework embroidery made several re-appearances in fashion. Light fabrics and colours popularised in fashions of the 1910s saw the re-emergence of whitework embroidery on outerwear such as 'lingerie dresses' (so called due to the fabrics used in their construction), and Edwardian garments were referenced in Mary Quant's 1960s Victorian-inspired collections.

The traditional skills and new design works are practiced by contemporary masters. Contemporary designers working with whitework include Jenny Adin-Christie, Yvette Stanton,