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Historical Shoes ... So, What's Next, Ladies?

Historical Shoes ... So, What's Next, Ladies?

My particular fave. This is from Shoe Icons (eng.shoeicons.com) With the success of the "Georgiana" shoes (and it's only been a week!), this means that more styles of period-accurate shoes...
American Duchess
Tagged: Shoes
Vintage Summer Dress - Yellow Dots and Lollipops

Vintage Summer Dress - Yellow Dots and Lollipops

Okay, so really this has *nothing* to do with lollipops, except a vague idea that lollipops and fluffy girly dresses go together....? Anyway. Butterick 6582 The other night I thought,...
American Duchess
The Victorian Steampunk Ball ... (If You're In The Reno Area)

The Victorian Steampunk Ball ... (If You're In The Reno Area)

If you happen to be in the Northern California or Northern Nevada areas, check out this event. It's going to be *awesome,* and I know that, because I'm part of...
American Duchess
Bits and Bobs ... and Life After Those Shoes

Bits and Bobs ... and Life After Those Shoes

So what the heck do I post about after all that craziness with the Georgiana shoes? Life's returning to normal, but I'm still quite excited: We met the 100 shoe...
American Duchess
"Georgiana" 18th c. Shoes - Pre-Order Now Open!

"Georgiana" 18th c. Shoes - Pre-Order Now Open!

Well this is it! The pre-order period for the new Georgiana 18th c. shoes is now open. It will run for 3 weeks: April 1st - April 22nd. We're looking...
American Duchess
Tagged: Shoes
Introducing the "Georgiana" 18th Century Shoes by American Duchess

Introducing the "Georgiana" 18th Century Shoes by American Duchess

After months of work, finally the dream of our 18th century silk shoes has come to fruition. The final sample pair arrived this morning and are absolutely beautiful! The Pre-Sale...
American Duchess
Tagged: Shoes
More Tea with Madame X - Progress on The Satan Bodice from Hell

More Tea with Madame X - Progress on The Satan Bodice from Hell

...did I say satan? I meant satin, really. Or is it the same thing... I'm starting with the most recent photo, because I'm too embarrassed to start by showing you...
American Duchess
The Paperie - Custom Wedding Invitations by American Duchess

The Paperie - Custom Wedding Invitations by American Duchess

I wanted to share with you guys another recent venture. It's not related to costuming, but does have a feeble link to pretty dresses :-). It's a new business in...
American Duchess
Tagged: Miscellany
Tea With Madame X -or- A Start to A Goth-tastic Gown

Tea With Madame X -or- A Start to A Goth-tastic Gown

Last week I put together a "quick and dirty" black satin bustle skirt to wear with my Steampunk outfits, but as all of you know, having a large quantity of...
American Duchess
1790s Wrap-Front Gown - More Progress

1790s Wrap-Front Gown - More Progress

The front crossing. The ties will meet with as-yet-existent ties on the sides. I love the adjustability of the drawstring, too...one can go from modest lady to regency floozy in...
American Duchess
Historical Costuming vs. Historical Re-Enactment:  What's the Difference?

Historical Costuming vs. Historical Re-Enactment: What's the Difference?

A re-enactor would never be caught dead in modern sunglasses and inaccurate mary jane shoes I'll be honest with you guys. This morning I received a forwarded e-mail attacking me...
American Duchess
Tagged: Miscellany
1880s Bustle Skirt - It's Black, It's Shiny, It's Quick and Dirty

1880s Bustle Skirt - It's Black, It's Shiny, It's Quick and Dirty

Playing dress up with a pseudo Victorian shirt and a velvet waist cincher A very short time ago I found myself in a predicament, one that involved needing a black...
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