American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
In Defense of Faux Silk - The Revolution Dress in Colonial Williamsburg
Day two in Colonial Williamsburg - it was pouring down rain all day. This post will probably ruffle some feathers, but I feel compelled to report on my experience concerning...
The Midnight Chemise a la Reine in Colonial Williamsburg
I have gobs and gobs of photos to show you, and stories to tell, from my recent trip to Colonial Williamsburg. Where do I start? How shall I structure these...
The Versatile 18th Century Market Hat
On my trip to Colonial Williamsburg this week, I decided to be bold and attempt to underpack. The idea of wearing a different or new dress every day is a...
The Midnight Chemise a la Reine - Done!
Well that was quick. This gown definitely holds the title of quickest full dress project I've ever completed. And I'm *so glad* I undertook it! To recap, the gown is...
The Midnight Chemise a la Reine
As happens with all big costume events or trips, it gets to be about a week out and I decide I *NEED* such-and-such new gown, and that surely it will...
18th Century BigAss Caps
...one final push for Williamsburg! With The Creature wrapping up (and boy does that feel good!), I have just enough time and plenty of organza left to make a BigAss...
Progress on Le Polonaise AKA The Creature
Trimming the bodice - the left side was done with the roll hem foot and it really "ate" the fabric - the right with a different method. I will need...
1770s Polonaise - Progress, but Slowly!
1770s Polonaise - the skirts are drawn up with cords, to create the three partition effect the gown is named for Work on this crazy froofy dress comes in spurts,...
Review: Heirloom Haircare 18th Century Rouge
I've wanted to share this epic 18th century rouge with you for ages, but I haven't played Georgian dress-up in such a long time! However, last week's photo shoot presented...
The 1785 Pierrot Jacket - Finished!
Last week I wore my new 1785 Pierrot jacket in our most recent photo shoot for Dunmore 18th century shoes. I'm proud of this outfit for several reasons, not least...
Shoes of the Revolution - More About "Dunmore" 1770s Shoes
As most of you know, yesterday we opened for pre-order our latest 18th century shoes, "Dunmore," named for Lady Dunmore, and developed with and for Colonial Williamsburg. "Dunmore" has been...
Spring Cleaning Sale & "Dunmore" Pre-Order Now Open!
Today's the day, ladies! It's time to make space for all the great new stuff coming, so we've put all kinds of things on sale in our annual... Spring Cleaning...