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The Robe a la Turque, part 1

The Robe a la Turque, part 1

Mademoiselle Guimard in Turkish Dress by Greuze, 1790 - LACMA (detail) Who doesn't love the feeling of completing a project you've been obsessing about for *years* and getting to wear...
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Trends - Late 18th Century Flippy-Flappies

Trends - Late 18th Century Flippy-Flappies

The Met - Robe a l'Anglaise - 1785-87 When we start out in costuming for a particular era, we think in centuries - the 18th century, the 19th century -...
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Podcast Episode 10: Corsetry Goodness with Cathy Hay of Foundations Revealed

Podcast Episode 10: Corsetry Goodness with Cathy Hay of Foundations Revealed

Hello Lovelies! We're BACK with new and exciting episodes of Fashion History with American Duchess! While at Costume College, we were able to snag a bit of time with Cathy...
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Tagged: Corset Podcast
Abby's Jane Austen Fest Dinner Dress - Done!

Abby's Jane Austen Fest Dinner Dress - Done!

Hello Lovelies! Abby here and I am in full "July has been full of travel and awesome but now I need a nap nap" mode over here at American Duchess...
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Costume College 2017!

Costume College 2017!

Wherein we share lots of photos - though not nearly enough! Costume College is a feast for the eyes. There are so many incredible costumes on hundreds and hundreds of...
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Review: "Rock Around the Clock" Dress by Emmy Design Sweden

Review: "Rock Around the Clock" Dress by Emmy Design Sweden

The Emmy "Rock Around the Clock" dress in plaid, paired with "Evelyn" oxfords in tan/brown by Royal Vintage Once upon a time a girl met a dress and fell in...
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Tagged: Reviews Vintage
Autumn Beauties - Pre-Order Now Open!

Autumn Beauties - Pre-Order Now Open!

How long has it been since we've done a pre-order for NEW historic styles?! We're happy to finally be introducing some gorgeous new shoes for Fall this year. Shop Gleeful...
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Tagged: Shoes
Abby's Jane Austen Fest Dinner Dress - a Lesson in Plan B...or...C?

Abby's Jane Austen Fest Dinner Dress - a Lesson in Plan B...or...C?

Hey Lovelies -- So the last time I blogged about my Jane Austen Fest Dinner Dress I was totally jiving on this idea of making a tunic and turbany/chiffonettey thing...
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The Robe a la Turque - Progress!

The Robe a la Turque - Progress!

Hi, it's Lauren... I promise, I HAVE been sewing. Promise! It's just been sllooowwwwwww. It's time to light a fire under my split bum, though - Costume College is in...
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Who's That Girl? Meet Tina Vines

Who's That Girl? Meet Tina Vines

Who is that gorgeous new face on RoyalVintageShoes.com, our Facebook, and Instagram? Meet Tina Vines, vintage fashion enthusiast and entrepreneur. Tina modeled a beautiful original vintage western outfit for our...
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It's a Revolutionary SALE!

It's a Revolutionary SALE!

Ladies, it's that magical time of year when we put a bunch of stuff on sale. This year we've got quite a bit to go: Pemberley Regency Shoes Gettysburg Victorian...
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Tagged: Sale
Podcast Episode 9: Early 17th Century Women's Dress with Samantha McCarty

Podcast Episode 9: Early 17th Century Women's Dress with Samantha McCarty

Hello Lovelies! Abby here! On this week's episode of Fashion History with American Duchess, I got to sit down with Samantha McCarty (Couture Courtesan) and chat with her about her...
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