American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
Progress on Le Polonaise AKA The Creature
Trimming the bodice - the left side was done with the roll hem foot and it really "ate" the fabric - the right with a different method. I will need...
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...
"Kensington" 18th Century Shoes in Red are Back!
And it's about time! It's been several years since we've had red Kensingtons available in the shop, but they're finally on their way now, and you can pre-order them to...
"Is This The Real Life? Is This Just Fantasy?" - The Myth of Perfection
This past Saturday, Lauren M. of Wearing History posted a fantastic, soul-bearing article on Social Media and the Myth of Perfection. She urged us all to consider the real lives...
17th Century Inspiration Strikes Again!
I have only made one 17th century gown and I loved it. It was polyester satin and featured spray-painted lace, but I adored that gown. Somebody else is adoring it...
1770s Polonaise - Progress, but Slowly!
1770s Polonaise - the skirts are drawn up with cords, to create the three partition effect the gown is named for Work on this crazy froofy dress comes in spurts,...
Review: Heirloom Haircare 18th Century Rouge
I've wanted to share this epic 18th century rouge with you for ages, but I haven't played Georgian dress-up in such a long time! However, last week's photo shoot presented...
The 1785 Pierrot Jacket - Finished!
Last week I wore my new 1785 Pierrot jacket in our most recent photo shoot for Dunmore 18th century shoes. I'm proud of this outfit for several reasons, not least...
Shoes of the Revolution - More About "Dunmore" 1770s Shoes
As most of you know, yesterday we opened for pre-order our latest 18th century shoes, "Dunmore," named for Lady Dunmore, and developed with and for Colonial Williamsburg. "Dunmore" has been...
Spring Cleaning Sale & "Dunmore" Pre-Order Now Open!
Today's the day, ladies! It's time to make space for all the great new stuff coming, so we've put all kinds of things on sale in our annual... Spring Cleaning...
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...
1770s Powerpuff Polonaise Progress
I've been working little by little on the pink polonaise I started last weekend. It's been incredibly tricky to figure out, but it appears to be working. I re-fit the...