Comments on: Jennifer’s Costume Portfolio

By: Bernice Chong

Bernice Chong — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 01:18:39 +0000

Jennifer, I like the designs, over the past years!

By: Jennifer Rosbrugh

Jennifer Rosbrugh — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 23:52:18 +0000

In reply to Diane. You are welcome to post on my Facebook page so you can get the photo seen by others. There's also other FB groups/pages out there that are antique-photo based that may help date. Hairstyles and hats/headwear are one of the best indicators of date.

By: Diane

Diane — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 18:18:28 +0000

Love your website! I have an old photo showing a gal in what looks to be a heavier fabric (felt or wool perhaps) skirt with 12 rows of horizontal slightly raised lines around the hemline which take up the bottom 1’ or so. It appears to have a hidden pocket at her left hip, as the photo reveals a slight bulge beneath her left arm which rests at her side. The skirt is fit to her waist/abdomen area (no gathers) and falls in an A-line shape; difficult to tell, but I think there is a centre front seam. Her blouse is of a sheer gauzy fabric (muslin?) with what appears to be ribbons in the design; Peter Pan style collar; sleeves are pushed up below her elbows, giving the impression of elastic in the cuffs. She has bare feet so no clues as to shoe/boot style; her hair is long, wavy and loose. Based on the trees and foliage, the photo was likely taken in the woods of British Columbia. I’ve made a guess as to the date of the photo, based on the clothing…1895. Where would I find out more about dating this photo accurately? Thanks, Jennifer.

By: Jennifer Rosbrugh

Jennifer Rosbrugh — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 16:15:02 +0000

In reply to Carla McMillen. Hi Carla, I can highly recommend Karin at Lily Absinthe or Cynthia at RedThreaded. There are others out there too and you are welcome to post on my Facebook page to ask for more. Good luck!

By: Carla McMillen

Carla McMillen — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 13:35:18 +0000

I would really like to own a Victoria ers dress of the quality with all the appropriate items to complete this ensemble similar to what you’ve seen on your site, but unfortunately i neither have the skills or the time make a dress like this.
I’ve been looking to find someone or a business that can make a complete dress for myself. I do not want to buy a dress that looks like it came from some common business or dress that does not represent the time I’m looking for.
Do you know or can you tell me the name of a person or a business that I can have a dress made of this quality for me? I would like to have all the information you can provide me?

Best Regards

By: Michaela Coy

Michaela Coy — Sun, 30 Apr 2017 16:27:47 +0000

In reply to Jennifer Rosbrugh. Thank you!

By: Jennifer Rosbrugh

Jennifer Rosbrugh — Fri, 28 Apr 2017 23:51:44 +0000

In reply to Michaela Coy. I'd go with the lobster tail with two petticoats. :-)

By: Michaela Coy

Michaela Coy — Fri, 28 Apr 2017 22:36:52 +0000

Hi Jennifer! Do you have a suggestion as to which Truly Victorian bustle pattern would work best for this 1884 fashion plate (on the right)? I'm torn between the lobster tail in the regular size, or the TV 101 with the flounces. I just wasn't sure if the one with the flounces would be sturdy enough to hold up under a wool overskirt.