How much should a corset cost?
A corset maker explains in detail why custom corsetry may look expensive, and explains why a custom piece is worth the cost.
Historical Corsets Explained: History, Myths, Comfort, Health and Frequently Asked Questions
A few basics about corsetry, from someone who has been making and wearing them for more than fifteen years, and has also a physiotherapy degree
Une Robe Fée pour Versailles
Une Robe Fée pour Versailles The Robe Fée is a much lesser known type of dress from the 18th century. Its characteristic features are the use of spangles embellished organza, of metallic lace, and the choice of only one pastel color. The fabric must be spun from spiderwebs, rigorously picked when still beaded with morning…
How can I make my historical costume look good?
A list of tricks and things to keep in mind to start filling the gap between fancy dress and historical clothing.
1790s riding outfit
The adventure of making a 18th century riding habit and changing your mind about how to make it more times than you should.
Wine velvet robe
The making of a wine velvet german court robe.
Tete de mouton wig
A 1750s style wig, perfect to match a robe à la française or most of mid-century outfits. Very soft and natural looking.
Robe en chemise
Making of the gown from Vestier’s painting “Portrait of a Lady with a book”, as a mix between a robe en chemise and a round gown, keeping it quite historically accurate, even if machine sewn.
Smocked chemise à la reine
Soft, frothy and with a hint of personal touch, for the smocking, this was the perfect, comfortable key to start attending XVIII century events for me.
L’anglaise jaune
Project of a yellow robe à l’anglaise en fourreau in striped silk.