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One of my most concrete plans for 2018 is to make an 18th century round gown. As this is my first round gown, and simultaneously my first 18th century dress, I’ve been doing some visual resea…
On left, Round Gown c. 1775-80s. Worn by servants and the lower classes, or by middle-class women as informal wear. On right, Gown with Zone Front, c. 1785-93.
I love the fashion from the 18th century, particularly from the 1780s. I have made various 18th c styles, including a court gown, a robe a l'anglais with en fourreau pleats, a chemise a la reine, a...
I realized today with the 18th century gowns I have made I have only scratched the surface of how many different types there were. It's easy to fall into the idea that it was all Robe a la Francaise, Robe a l'Anglaise, Robe a la
A funny thing happened today. While in transit, I lost a button on my trousers. The only button that was holding my trousers up and from me being a major embarrassment in an airport! Luckily, with …
Women’s Fashion During and After the French Revolution (1790 to 1810)
Fashion Flashback: Given that fashion was instrumental in the creation of Canada, this blog series explores the development of what Canadians wore one era at a time. Woman’s Dress (Redingote) (c. 1…