So many components go into creating clothing from the 19th Century. Each Regency, Victorian or Edwardian garment and accessory is built using the same principles of design.
If you’ve studied fashion design you are probably aware of the basics: line, proportion/scale, color and texture. Even if you haven’t received a formal design education you are aware of these basic fundamentals.
But here we go beyond those basics and present the 5 Elements crucial to successful historical costuming. If you want to make a fabulous Victorian or Regency garment, start here and develop the 5 Elements to your specific project.
1. Design/Silhouette
The overall look of what makes your clothing or costume reflect period fashion.
2. Fit
The KEY to true period fashion is how garments fit the body.
3. Pattern, Tools & Notions
The supplies to create your design.
4. Fabric & Trim
The physical components of your design.
5. Construction
How to put it all together.
Experiencing 19th Century Fashion in Your 21st Century Life.
Do you make any of these for Custom Made Orders
Thank you,
Carol Bisig
Hi Carol, I generally don’t take custom commissions. Thanks for asking.