This time, from the Lewis Walpole Library of prints. They are mostly satires - which are problematic to use as sources, of course, but they do tell you what people thought were the newest and most ridiculous parts of fashion, and the bits that aren't being satired in a specific drawing are usually pretty accurate. … Continue reading Even More Sources
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Yet More Sources – V&A
The corset is almost finished - I just have to do the cups. So there will be good pictures soon, I hope. But for now, I'm looking at more painting sources, this time from the Victoria & Albert Museum. (Sorry about the color cards - they're probably there to show scale, since a lot of … Continue reading Yet More Sources – V&A
Petticoat and Corset
Those promised pictures! I would have taken a picture of the petticoat on me but it's dreadfully unflattering without stays, and I didn't feel like taking the time to really get dressed. The pleats from the inside. I whipped them down to the twill tape with waxed linen thread. Yes, the fabric has a strangely … Continue reading Petticoat and Corset
Silver Gala Dress: A More Thoughtful Post
There are a few days between me and this dress, so now I can look at it all in a more rational way. I volunteer at the National Museum of Dance, which is having its 25th anniversary this year. A few days ago, it held its Silver Gala - attended by the likes of Marylou … Continue reading Silver Gala Dress: A More Thoughtful Post
18th c. Petticoat
A while ago I bought some sky-blue linen with a slightly open weave to make a petticoat out of, for a planned jacket/petticoat outfit. I partially made up the jacket too small and I'm going to be redoing that soon, but I figured that since the side seams of the petticoat were already done I'd … Continue reading 18th c. Petticoat
Mimic of Modes 