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Progress on Le Polonaise AKA The Creature

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...
American Duchess
A Basic 1920s Frock

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...
American Duchess
Tagged: 1920s Vintage
"Kensington" 18th Century Shoes in Red are Back!

"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...
American Duchess
Tagged: Shoes
"Is This The Real Life? Is This Just Fantasy?" - The Myth of Perfection

"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...
American Duchess
Tagged: Miscellany
17th Century Inspiration Strikes Again!

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...
American Duchess
Tagged: 17th Century
1770s Polonaise - Progress, but Slowly!

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,...
American Duchess
Review: Heirloom Haircare 18th Century Rouge

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...
American Duchess
The 1785 Pierrot Jacket - Finished!

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...
American Duchess
Shoes of the Revolution - More About "Dunmore" 1770s Shoes

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...
American Duchess
Spring Cleaning Sale & "Dunmore" Pre-Order Now Open!

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...
American Duchess
Early 1920s Tabard Gown - a Wonderful Gift!

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...
American Duchess
Tagged: 1920s Vintage
1770s Powerpuff Polonaise Progress

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...
American Duchess