American Duchess Historic Shoes Blog
1912 "Titanic Tea" Day Dress - Complete!
Hey everyone! I made a DRESS! And then I WORE it! I've been seriously spazzy with completing costumes this year, so despite this "simple" 1912 frock stressing me the heck...
Victorian Boots & Accessories Survey - Please Help!
Hi Ladies! As always, I am working on improving our historical footwear and accessories, and am in need of some information about your shapely gams. The most difficult part of...
GIVEAWAY: Win a Pair of "Highbury" Regency Shoes!
It's giveaway time again! Up for grabs this time is a pair of "Highbury" Regency Slippers, in dyeable satin, OR an AmericanDuchess.com gift card equivalent to the retail value of...
Behind the Scenes with the "More Than Just A Costume" Gainsborough Photo Shoot
Howdy! I've had some questions about the most recent images I created, inspired by Gainsborough's portrait of Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, so I'm going to show you a little behind-the-scenes...
Will The Real French Heels Please Stand Up?
My latest eBay acquisition thrills me to no end. Thanks to Lauren M. of Wearing History, who sent me the link to these - a box of eight "Lynn Wood"...
Finished Project: Regency Half Stays
They ain't pretty, but they seem to get the job done... I've finally finished something! I've been experimenting with Regency stays for a bit, trying out different designs, and I...
Special Event: "Kensington" Black Leather Colonial Shoes Re-Pre-Order
Hey all! So...we've run out of black Kensingtons. Yep, there are, like, five pairs left. So I thought I'd try something new - a "Re-Pre-Order," to help us raise funds...
Why Make Historical Shoes?
Lauren W. models a powder blue 1740s riding habit, surrounded by Kensington and Pompadour 18th century shoes This month marks the two year anniversary of starting the Historical Footwear side...
Interview with Karen Bowler of "Classic Costume"
Hi all! It's been some time since we last interviewed a savvy historical costumer. Today I've interviewed Karen of "Classic Costume," a custom maker of some seriously gorgeous 18th century...
ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Howdy! I've been battling to get my sewing mojo back recently, and thought I would test out a quick n' easy Regency pattern I've had in my stash for some...
Introducing "Highbury" Dyeable Satin Regency Flat - Pre-Order April 1st!
I'm excited to be presenting our new dyeable Regency shoe, Highbury. I've been working on this one for quite some time, getting the shape just right, and finding the best...
1880s Green Acres Gown: Steampunkin' Photo Shoot Preview
Happy Easter! Yesterday was photo shoot day with one of my favorite girls, Angie, wearing one of my favorite gowns, the 1880s giant green bustle dress. I can't wait to...