Fabric empire

The Bridgerton Effect has taken the over the world yet again! If you're looking for own pair of Bridgerton-inspired short stays, start here!

Three pieces of plain woven silk brocaded in coloured silks, Spitalfields, ca. 1736

1797 Fashion Plate

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The historical costumes / dresses from the Regency and Romantic/Biedermeier eras shown here represent a small selection of our commissioned work.

From the late 1790s through the 1830s, stays as we know it went through a brief metamorphosis into softer, less boned, and less dramatic silhouettes. However it’s important to remember that s…

I got three-fourths of the way through Désirée (1954) before I realized it was based on actual historical events — and then only because events had gotten so ludicrous, I realized nobody woul…

Mid 1890's petticoat made from Truly Victorian's #170 pattern.

Ladies' clothing of the early 1800s featured a high waistline called Empire and employed the use of soft, lightweight fabrics. Later Romantic style included large sleeves and decorated hems.