American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
A Basic 1920s Frock
"Frock" is exactly what I should call this dress, even though I don't really like the word. I found this -frock- on Etsy for an excellent price, and was so...
Early 1920s Tabard Gown - a Wonderful Gift!
Last week I received a surprise in the mail from The Lady of Portland House. I couldn't believe what I pulled out of the box - an utterly stunning cut...
1930s Pink Easter Dress and Vintage Underpinnings
I love a holiday, a great excuse to wear something frothy, frilly, and vintage. I've been rather lazy the past several holidays, though, not wanting to shimmy into the underpinnings...
The One-Weekend 1940s Rayon Blouse
This past weekend I felt the need to stitch together something quick, easy, and very useful, using my favorite vintage fabric, rayon. Luckily, my local Mill End fabric store has...
Wearing History 1930s "Moderne" Dress - Done, Finally!
Wearing History "Moderne" dress with alterations, paired with a me-made cloche, and "Sylvia" two-tone 1930s shoes in red/white I finally finished it! YAY! It only took me - oh my...
I. Miller & Sons - Shoes for Movie Stars, Chorus Girls, and You.
There are a few names in the history of footwear that conjure up instant praise and awe. You may know a few - Pietro Yantorny, Roger Vivier, and I. Miller....
Review: Wearing History "Smooth Sailing" Trousers
Wearing History "Smooth Sailing" Trousers, Pendleton Blazer, 1940s style shoes by b.a.i.t. Footwear My hunt for the perfect vintage pants has been long but not unfulfilled. I have made some...
The Call of the Vintage Sweaters
I want to knit. I never....*ever*... thought I would say that, but it's true. This came about mostly from receiving my Wearing History "Smooth Sailing" trousers last December, and wanting...
The 10-Day Tailoring Challenge - Completed in 8 Days!
Well, here it is, my 1935 jacket, on my body. I'm super proud of this project, even with all the mistakes I made. It's wearable and looks pretty alright (please...
My 10-Day Tailoring Challenge
About 7 days ago I decided to start a tailoring project. Years ago I received McCall 8420, a 1935 pattern with a skirt and kinda-half-Norfolk jacket. The pattern was my...
Antique Edwardian Shoe Rehab
I'm going to call it rehab instead of restoration, because these shoes were in a *state.* They were sent to me by a lovely follower who saw the potential in...
Bellas Hess & Co. 1917-1918 Fashion Catalogue - Free Download!
Ladies, I didn't quite get through this insane project before Thanksgiving, and I am still working on the print-on-demand book, but for those of you that would like the digital...