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Tavistock Button Boots Steampunk Photoshoot at the Sparks Museum
It's been *ages* since Chris, Angie, and I did this Victorian / Steampunk photo shoot for Tavistock, featuring the "Green Acres" gown, and, of course, our new black button boots....
Victorian Boots & Accessories Survey - Please Help!
Hi Ladies! As always, I am working on improving our historical footwear and accessories, and am in need of some information about your shapely gams. The most difficult part of...
Will The Real French Heels Please Stand Up?
My latest eBay acquisition thrills me to no end. Thanks to Lauren M. of Wearing History, who sent me the link to these - a box of eight "Lynn Wood"...
Special Event: "Kensington" Black Leather Colonial Shoes Re-Pre-Order
Hey all! So...we've run out of black Kensingtons. Yep, there are, like, five pairs left. So I thought I'd try something new - a "Re-Pre-Order," to help us raise funds...
Why Make Historical Shoes?
Lauren W. models a powder blue 1740s riding habit, surrounded by Kensington and Pompadour 18th century shoes This month marks the two year anniversary of starting the Historical Footwear side...
Introducing "Highbury" Dyeable Satin Regency Flat - Pre-Order April 1st!
I'm excited to be presenting our new dyeable Regency shoe, Highbury. I've been working on this one for quite some time, getting the shape just right, and finding the best...
Restoring Antique Shoes - How to Polish Leather Shoes
Ever since I started collecting antique shoes, I've been a little obsessive about restoration, primarily bringing leather shoes back from the dead. I look for the *worst* leather shoes on...
New 18th Century Shoe - Your Opinions Please
Howdy! So...I've been working on a new 18th century Colonial shoe about 1700-1770. She's gorgeous, complete with snazzy French heel and white rand, and I'd like your opinion on what...
The Very Inspiring Blogger Award
Thank you to Deborah, for awarding my blog here the Very Inspiring Blogger Award! I love awards, primarily passing them on and seeing them whiz around the internet. So here...
Regency Shoes - Delightful Flats
I'm a little in love with Regency right now, can you tell? I've got new duds for both myself and Mr. C to do, but we're also prepping a new...
Gibson Edwardian Shoes GIVEAWAY!
The Gibson Giveaway is Now CLOSED It's time for another giveaway! This time, snag yourself a pair of Gibson Edwardian Shoes in your choice of colors: About the Prize: Up...
"Gibson" Edwardian Shoes Now on Pre-Order
Today's the day! "Gibsons" are now on sale! February 15 - March 8, 2013, you can order your pair and receive the discounted price. We need to sell about 50...