American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
V214: 18th Century Silk Clocked Stockings Now on Pre-Order
Okay, ladies (and gents too), it's finally time. The new clocked stockings I've been working on are finally available to order. Purchase yours at www.american-duchess.com . White silk stockings with...
V206: Please Vote - What Is The Circumference of Your Calf?
Why am I asking this? Well, I'd like to learn the average calf size of you lovely ladies interested in purchasing Tavistock button boots, and other future boot styles. I...
V199: Georgian Man Candy
Oh, I know you're disappointed this post isn't about sexy, be-wigged gentlemen on the 18th century. It's about the kind of bling a man would have worn on his shoes...
V196: Bastille Day Sale, July 14-15 - Vive La France!
Today and tomorrow, all 18th century items in the American-Duchess.com shop are on sale for 25% off. That includes Pompadours, Kensingtons, and Pemberlies, as well as Fleur and Dauphine shoe...
V173: New "Coming Soon" Historical Accessories to Get Excited About
I can't help it - I get excited about new products I'm working on, and I want to share them with you! There are cool things in the works. I...
V170: What Is Inside an American Duchess Shoe?
All this mess makes up one Astoria shoe Hi Ladies! Today I'd like to show you just what makes up a pair of American Duchess shoes. It's good to know...
V165: Costumer's Link Love {2}
Here are some costume blogs I've found recently, and really enjoy. I hope you enjoy them too!: MyLadyWeb: Women's History and Women Authors WearWhenWhy - Bring the Past to the...
V164: Vintage Shoe Ads of 1939-1941
Oh how I love shoes, particularly vintage 20th century shoes. They make me swoon! Some of you already know I'm working on a couple 1920s and 30s designs for next...
V157: Opinions Please - Mid-Victorian Shoe Survey
Hi Ladies! It's market research time once again, and your invaluable opinions are needed to help us decide on a mid-Victorian style of shoe, for next year's historical footwear lineup....
V145: Costume Analytics: Madame de Pompadour, c. 1750
It's been a long time since I've done a "Costume Analytics," but now is a good time to bring it back! This time we'll be looking at the famous Madame...
V144: Pompadour Shoes Giveaway Winner - Gwenyver
Wow! You guys entered the Pompadour French Court Heels giveaway 335 times! ...but there could only be one winner. Selected by Random Number Generator, at Random.org, the winner is... Gwenyver!...
V143: Madame de Pompadour in "Dr. Who"
As some of you know, Madame de Pompadour made an appearance in 2006's "Doctor Who," Season 2, Episode 4, "The Girl in the Fireplace." Is it just me, or were...