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V56: 18th Century Costumes from "Versailles: Countdown to Revolution"

V56: 18th Century Costumes from "Versailles: Countdown to Revolution"

I watched a documentary series recently called "Versailles," covering, in three installments, the history of the palace and its monarchs, Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI. I was really...
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V55: New "Kensington" 18th Century Leather Shoes - Vote For Your Favorite Color

V55: New "Kensington" 18th Century Leather Shoes - Vote For Your Favorite Color

Hi Ladies! Once again I need your help, this time in deciding on colors for the new leather colonial shoe, "Kensington." Kensington is a sturdy 100% leather shoe with a...
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V47: Results of the Great Button Boot Survey

Awhile ago I asked you lovelies to take a survey on your preferences for Victorian button boots. Here is what you all had to say... About 455 of you participated....
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V46: New "Imperfect" Section in the Shoe Shop

V46: New "Imperfect" Section in the Shoe Shop

Hi Ladies, I created an "Imperfect" section at the American Duchess shop, where you can find Devonshires, Georgianas, and Pemberlies for 50% off. With each shipment we always get a...
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V34: Last Day to Pre-Order Astoria Edwardian Shoes

V34: Last Day to Pre-Order Astoria Edwardian Shoes

Okay, Ladies, today is the last day to pre-order Astoria Edwardian shoes for the special $110 price. The Astorias have done super awesome, and both the ivory and black colors...
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V28: Preparing for Presentations on Historical Accessories

I'm quite excited to tell you that I have been asked to give a talk on historical hats at the Churchill County Museum in Fallon, NV, in March. Time to...
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V27: French Shoes of a Various Assortment

I pinned this great shoe illustration on Pinterest, via Athena. It is from the NYPL Digital Gallery. What I love about this image is that it illustrates three very distinct...
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V18: Take the Victorian Button Boot Survey

V18: Take the Victorian Button Boot Survey

It's time for a little "focus group" research, to see what you ladies think about Victorian Button Boots. I've had a lot of requests for these, so I'm looking in...
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V15: "Astoria" Shoe Pre-Order Now Open

V15: "Astoria" Shoe Pre-Order Now Open

Okay, everything is ready. You can now go and order your Astoria Edwardian Shoes: Order Astoria Edwardian Shoes Most of you know the deal - we need a certain number...
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V14: Edwardian Shoe Candy

V14: Edwardian Shoe Candy

To celebrate the Astoria coming out on Monday, I want to post some of my favorite images of Edwardian shoes. It was such a wonderful time for footwear. Ladies' shoes...
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V13: Get Ready for "Astoria" Edwardian Shoes

V13: Get Ready for "Astoria" Edwardian Shoes

You knew this post was coming! I got the Astoria samples in the mail today and am absolutely beside myself with how awesome they look. The toes are pointed. The...
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A First Look at "Astoria" Edwardian Shoe Prototype

A First Look at "Astoria" Edwardian Shoe Prototype

I interrupt "50s week" to bring you this very important post. I just received the first photos of Astoria, the Edwardian shoe that has been in development. Here is your...
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Tagged: Edwardian Shoes