Posted in 1780s, 1800-1810, Extant garments
Love this extant jacket and vest- c. 1790 Source: Musée des Tissus de Lyon
Posted in 1800-1810, Commissions, Corsets and Underthings
Here are some images of our recently completed Regency Era underthings- shown are our fitted shift and stays. For more information about this garment or any of our custom designed garments, please visit our catalog or email us at info@maggiemayfashions.com
Posted in 1800-1810, Commissions
We just completed an early Regency Era silk evening gown for Perry’s Victory in Put-in-Bay, Ohio. The ranger requested the gown be adjustable so multiple interpreters can wear this gown when necessary. Thus, this dress can be adjusted up or…
Posted in 1800-1810, Commissions
Here are images of recently completed straw Regency Era bonnet for a client in Vermont. Enjoy! For more information about this garment or any of our custom designed garments, please visit our catalog or email us at info@maggiemayfashions.com
Posted in 1800-1810, Extant garments, Reproduction Fabrics, Research
I am doing a bit of textile research for an upcoming Regency Era project and stumbled upon this gorgeous original gown currently offered for sale by Ruby Lane Antiques. White cotton mull with silver embroidered star repeat.
Posted in 1800-1810, Commissions
Images of our latest commission for a French Regency Era evening gown. It is made of 100% silk with a full cotton lining. This gown was based upon two images from the period: Portrait of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte (source unknown)…
Posted in 1800-1810, 1820s, Commissions
We recently completed a Late Regency era gown and shift for Audubon State Historic Site in Louisiana. Working with their interpretive ranger, I came up with this gown. She requested, three quarter length fitted sleeves. No ruffles. And preferably no green…
Posted in 1800-1810, Extant garments
Blogs… Facebook… Twitter… and now Pinterest. Like I need to spend more time on the computer. Pinterest is an awesome place to compile images of historical clothing on the internet. But I’m not starting an account. Nope. I’ll just “pin” my favorites here.…