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Introducing "Victoria" Carriage Boots

Introducing "Victoria" Carriage Boots

Today's post is all about carriage boots. I'm maybe a little TOO excited about our new "Victoria" Carriage Boots...I'm...well...wearing them right now. They went to Starbucks with me this morning,...
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Preview Pages from the Bellas Hess 1917-18 Winter Catalogue

Preview Pages from the Bellas Hess 1917-18 Winter Catalogue

I recently received a number of vintage and antique catalogs, from my good friend Lady Carolyn. Most of them - Delineators, McCalls, Bella Hess - are in very fragile condition,...
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"Seabury" Edwardian Shoes - Pre-Order Now Open

"Seabury" Edwardian Shoes - Pre-Order Now Open

Thank you to everyone who participated in the "Seabury" Flash Sale on Facebook. That's over now, and it's time for our regular website pre-order. So without further ado, "Seabury" in...
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Tagged: Edwardian Shoes
Introducing "Seabury" Edwardian Shoes by The Newport Historical Society

Introducing "Seabury" Edwardian Shoes by The Newport Historical Society

Newport Historical Society "Seabury" Edwardian shoes, by American Duchess Today we're excited to finally introduce "Seabury," a gorgeous new reproduction Edwardian from the Newport Historical Society, Rhode Island. Back in...
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Red Russian Doll Coat, Now Looking Like A Coat

Red Russian Doll Coat, Now Looking Like A Coat

Wow this project is kicking my buns ... but in a good way! With the help of many books, not least of all Vogue Sewing, I've been trying some tailoring...
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1919 "Red Russian Doll" Coat Progress

1919 "Red Russian Doll" Coat Progress

It's looking like a coat! The belt around the middle is just there for mocking up, and is tighter than the final belt will be. Things are going together really...
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New Project! Russian-Inspired Late Edwardian Suit

New Project! Russian-Inspired Late Edwardian Suit

It feels like it's been ages since I embarked on a complex historical project, but with Winter coming, and photo shoots needing shooting, it's time to start (yes, already!) on...
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Introducing "Savoy" Edwardian Shoes - Pre-Order Now Open!

Introducing "Savoy" Edwardian Shoes - Pre-Order Now Open!

I'm so happy to finally *properly* introduce you to "Savoy," the fully-beaded, multi-strapped Edwardian stunners inspired directly by antiques in collections like The Met, The V & A, and Shoe...
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My New Old WWI Blouse

My New Old WWI Blouse

Last month, directly after our annual Titanic Tea, I went a-hunting on eBay and found this lovely blouse. I'm sure with more research I could date this to a more...
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Tagged: Edwardian Vintage
An Original "Astoria" Edwardian Shoe Restored

An Original "Astoria" Edwardian Shoe Restored

A little while ago, our wonderful customer Deb found an original "Astoria" shoe languishing in an antique shop. She asked if I'd like to have it, to which I enthusiastically...
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Tagged: Edwardian Shoes
My Annual Sewing Rut

My Annual Sewing Rut

Once again, I have absolutely no motivation to make a single stitch of anything lately. I've learned that this is quite normal, and that if I force the issue I'll...
Please Vote: Newport Historical Society "Signature Shoe" Development Poll

Please Vote: Newport Historical Society "Signature Shoe" Development Poll

I'm excited to announce that American Duchess and the Newport Historical Society are teaming up to re-create one of the gorgeous Edwardian shoes in their collection, a splendid satin and...
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Tagged: Edwardian Shoes