This newly acquired fashion plate from 1869 really struck a chord with me. Probably the blue and stripes thing. Not to mention that both evening gowns are made of gorgeous silk taffeta or satin. What are your thoughts on this transitional fashion plate? The white skirt can be made from a good cotton base with Read More...
Category: Design & Silhouette
Napoleon: The Empire of Fashion
OMG! For some drool-worthy photos of museum garments for your Regency research, take a gander at these sites. Both cover the exhibit at Milan’s TRIENNALE. Napoleon and the Empire of Fashion Thomason Photography (Thanks to the American Duchess for directing fellow costumers to these pages.) Read More...
Costumes Parisiens Chapeaux -1830
Now how lovely are these three head pieces? Those Romantic Era ladies had some design imagination to come up with these large feathered and laced-up toppers. Which one do you like best? Read More...
Something Fun for a Regency Ball
From the January 1812 La Belle Assemblee – a Fancy Ball Dress of a white embroidered gown with green overdress and a matching mustard yellow plaid sash/scarf and turban wrap. Read More...
Seamlines of 1860s Fashions
As I browse through the myriad of fashions in my Godey’s Lady’s Books from the 1860s, I take note that underneath all the ruffles, rows of velvet bands, trim panels, fringe and other various items, the shape of the dresses themselves stays relatively the same. Honestly, if you study any mainstream fashion you’ll notice the Read More...
A Winter Costume Accessory
Add That Finishing Touch to Your Winter Costume with a Muff Every time I see a fellow costumer all dressed up with the proper accessories like a bonnet, outer garment and reticule I instantly think of the accessories with me at that moment and take a mental note of what I need to make for Read More...
A Gown for a New Year’s Party
Here’s a pretty gown that would amaze the whole room at a historical fancy dress New Year’s ball. The lace at the neckline is perfect while the skirt hem is tucked like a puffy quilt. Remember to add the rouleaux at the hem to support that heavy puffed trim. Complete the look with tiny arrows in Read More...
1896 April Delineator Suits
For those who love purple tailored suits and stripes & brocade. I’m thinking the green suit would make a wonderful base to then add Steampunk accessories…. Read More...