American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
Too Many Costumes, Not Enough Time!
Have you ever felt this way? I've been diligently working out the kinks in my 18th century wardrobe for Colonial Williamsburg, in two weeks (eek!), but as I near the...
Nankeen Regency Boots Giveaway!
It's time for another awesome giveaway for a pair of American Duchess shoes - this time it's our "Nankeen" Regency Half-Boots -OR- Store Credit equivalent! Most of you are familiar...
Introducing and Celebrating Nankeen Regency Boots
Today is the day for our latest historical shoe - "Nankeen" Regency Boots! Nankeen boots were an early 19th century fabric walking boots with adjustable lacing closure. Just like boots...
Behind the Scenes at the Antoinette/Highbury Photoshoot
Last week Chris and I worked on a new shoot for Antoinettes and Highbury. We wanted to create a ladies' boudoir space, similar to the interiors in these paintings: Francois...
Please Vote for the New February Shoe...
It's that time again, dears! What shall be the next offering from AD? Up for consideration are: The new Georgiana Georgiana (est. $120 - $140 retail) Made of improved fabric,...
American Duchess Shoe Shop Announcements
Howdy! Today I have a couple shop announcements for you. First... Imperfects Sale We have quite a few styles available, but only a small and random selection of sizes in...
Extant Victorian Side-Lacing Gaiters
Darlings, I realize I've been going on and on about "Gettysburg" boots without showing you the real deal! So here are lots of examples of pretty gaiters from the 1830s...
Are "Gettysburg" Boots Appropriate For Civil War Costuming?
Litchfield Historical Society - 1860 There's quite a lot of quibbling on Facebook about the dating on the new "Gettysburg" boots, so I'm here to give some insight into how...
Pre-Order: "Gettysburg" Victorian Side-Lace Boots
Today I'm happy to open the pre-order for "Gettysburg" Victorian Side-Lace Boots. Pre-Order January 10 - 30, 2014 SALE $135 ($155) www.AmericanDuchess.com Gettysburg boots are typical of footwear found between...
Practical Footwear, 1860-1880
AuntieNan asks: What did they wear in the way of practicality, on a railway journey, say, or going to town? Why, boots! Delicious, delightful boots! Just like the re-emergence of...
And The Next AD Shoe Is...
Thanks to everyone who voted in the poll to help determine what our next shoe release is. I'm happy to announce that the winner, by a landslide, is Gettysburg! We'll...
Please Vote - Which Historical Shoe Shall Be Next?
Hi Lovelies! It's time again to vote for your favorite new historical shoe style, to help me determine which to open for pre-ordering next. The winner of this vote will...