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Crinolette

We recently completed this shortened cage crinoline for the Oregon Shakespeare’s production of “The Wiz.” This garment is actually based upon a mid 1850s era crinolette. Our cage is made of coated steel encased in cotton twill. The cage has…

Posted in 1850s, 1860s, Commissions, Costume Design

Gowns for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival

2014 finished up with a flurry of busyness! �One of our last projects for the year were these two�American South dresses�for the Oregon Shakespeare festival! The blue striped gown on the left is made from our authentic replica cotton prints.…

I am the lead designer and founder of Maggie May Clothing! Since childhood, I have been fascinated with folklife, history, and the “old ways of doing things.” When I was six years, my mother, Maggie May, made me my first historical costume (a Holly Hobby calico dress with matching sunbonnet)! As I grew older, I realized by donning the clothing of the past, I could obtain a deeper understanding of those who came before us. This fascination has followed me through life. I am now a formally trained historian and artist. I rely on my understanding of the past coupled with creative problem solving skills to design, drape, and create historical garments. When I am not working in my studio, I am tending my 12 acre hobby farm, playing dress up with my own children, or kayaking in the mountains.

Crinolette

Gowns for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Linen robe a L’Anglaise

ALHFAM dress

Workwoman’s Guide Dress

A WWI era skirt and Petti for modern wear

1840s-1850s era work dress