Late Victorian/Post Civil War Era
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HistoryA proper Victorian day dress, you would find this outfit gracing women during the post-Civil War Era (approx. 1867 to 1875 or 1880) and the beginning of what we associate as the Victorian period in the United States. There are many variations of this basic dress, some with even more trim as this was the time of extravagance. Although some allowances were made for the time of year (in this case the three-quarter length sleeves) most of the bodices would still have had longer sleeves. While the lady in the picture is without her hat, she has donned her gloves and carries her parasol to keep that “nasty sun” off her skin. Our model is posing on the boardwalk of a reproduced Civil War Village at the The Ohio Historical Society during a special Victorian Age public program.Garment DetailsThe dress pictured here was made from solid, dark blue, 100% cotton broadcloth trimmed with white lace and white fringe. It consists of a bodice, underskirt, apron and a variation of the waterfall bustle in the back and was worn over a pillow bustle and 7-gore petticoat. Other materials that could be used would be satin, silk, linen, perhaps even an organza overlay. The front apron might also have been lace. It fastens down the back with pearl buttons and has a high collar. This dress uses between 7 and 8 yards of material.PricingAs pictured above....................................$175Additional and more elaborate trim..........$40 and up (additional charges) The prices stated above are guidelines for this gown. Each gown is custom made for you. Prices will vary depending on fabric choice and sewing technique. Hand sewing is available for additional charges. Once initial consultation is completed and fabrics have been chosen a final price will set. Please allow at least 3 weeks from receipt of measurements for completion. Special thanks to our model Kathy |
Late Victorian Era |
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HistoryThe late Victorian period was between 1885 to the turn of the century. This is when the famous “leg-o-mutton” sleeve became popular, sometimes to the extreme. Skirts became less elaborate and consumed less material. Ladies still covered their head when going out (as in the first picture where the young lady sports a hat) and there were more rules for proper behavior than days in the year! Our model Lindsie is pictured in the “Ladies Seminary” which is part of a reproduced Civil War Village at the The Ohio Historical Society during a special Victorian Age public program.GarmentThe model is wearing a typical “Walking Skirt” and simple “leg-o-mutton” blouse that tucks in but still has the proper high neckline. The waist is covered with a coordinating sash. Our young lady prefers the color purple so her blouse is lightweight cotton in a purple gingham check with lace around the wrist and neck and pearl buttons down the back. Her skirt is solid purple broadcloth with three rows of white gimp around the bottom. The skirt was made to wear over a pillow or ruffle bustle and 7-gore petticoat. Again, all materials in the outfit pictured are 100% cotton however linen, seersucker, or even the finer silks and taffetas could be used as well.PricingAs pictured.............................................$100Additional and more elaborate trim..........$40.00 and up (additional charges) The prices stated above are guidelines for this gown. Each gown is custom made for you. Prices will vary depending on fabric choice and sewing technique. Hand sewing is available for additional charges. Once initial consultation is completed and fabrics have been chosen a final price will set. Please allow at least 3 weeks from receipt of measurements for completion. Special thanks to our model Lindsie |
Everyday Victorian Wear |
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HistoryNot all those who lived in the late Victorian age were able to afford the finer education and homes that we associate with that age. Some, like this lady, were farmers or immigrants, coming to the United States looking for a new life and freedom. They brought with them their hopes and dreams as well as their customs and the styles with which they were comfortable.GarmentOur model is wearing a typical lower and middle class Victorian outfit and is standing outside her farmhouse. The dress is made of homespun material (100% cotton) in a slate blue and gold very subtle plaid and is one piece. Her apron is typical of the German immigrant bib-style that tied in the back and is in white cotton, easy care in a time where there were no washing machines!PricingAs pictured.............................................$100We would not recommend using anything other than cotton, linen or muslin as this outfit would probably not be worn to a fancy dress ball. The prices stated above are guidelines for this outfit. Each ensemble is custom made for you. Prices will vary depending on fabric choice and sewing technique. Hand sewing is available for additional charges. Once initial consultation is completed and fabrics have been chosen a final price will set. Please allow at least 3 weeks from receipt of measurements for completion. Special thanks to our model Kathy |
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