American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
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,...
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,...
"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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...