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Learn all about Victorian fashion history and costuming today. Our articles specialize in helping you put together a Victorian style costume that is perfect for beginning reenactors, theatrical performances, Dickens fair or Civil War event goers, and all other Victorian costume needs. We love neo-Victorian Steampunk costuming too! If you don't find the information or the Victorian costume you need please contact us for help.

Victorian Lingerie History – Corset, Chemise, Petticoats

Victorian Lingerie History – Corset, Chemise, Petticoats

Victorian Fashion History

The garments worn beneath the dresses of the Victorian period are important because of their share in producing the final…
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1880s Fashion Dresses, Clothing, Costumes

1880s Fashion Dresses, Clothing, Costumes

Victorian Fashion History

The Victorian 1880s fashion decade marked the end of the bustle era. To understand fashion during this decade, you must…
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Victorian Wedding Theme – Vintage Wedding Reception

Victorian Wedding Theme – Vintage Wedding Reception

Victorian Fashion History· Vintage Inspired· Vintage Style Wedding Fashion

On June 12, 2011, Oscar and I tied the knot in a vintage Victorian themed wedding.  Seven years later, I…
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1830s Dresses & Costumes to DIY

1830s Dresses & Costumes to DIY

Victorian Fashion History

I received two questions this week about dressing in 1830s clothing (dresses) for theater and school events. One was about…
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Victorian Children’s Clothing and Fashion

Victorian Children’s Clothing and Fashion

Victorian Fashion History

The Victorian era was an interesting time for boys’ and girls’ fashion. Victorian children’s clothing for middle and upper classes…
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Victorian Fashion – 1840s to 1890s

Victorian Fashion – 1840s to 1890s

Victorian Fashion History

The Victorian fashion era began with Queen Victoria’s reign in 1837 and ended in 1901, upon her death. It marked…
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Victorian Makeup Guide & Beauty History

Victorian Makeup Guide & Beauty History

Victorian Fashion History

Victorian magazines, newspapers, advertisements, and the like continuously echoed that a lady should never let herself go. She must always…
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Victorian Men’s Fashion History and Clothing Guide

Victorian Men’s Fashion History and Clothing Guide

Victorian Fashion History

The following explores Victorian men’s fashions from the pre-victorian 1830s to the late 1890s. It is sourced from Victorian Costume and…
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Victorian Hat History | Bonnets, Hats, Caps 1830-1890s

Victorian Hat History | Bonnets, Hats, Caps 1830-1890s

Victorian Fashion History

The Victorian era was almost a century of fashion. In that time, ladies’ Victorian hats grew from the large bonnet…
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Victorian Hand Fans – Ladies’ Fans History

Victorian Hand Fans – Ladies’ Fans History

Victorian Fashion History

Victorian hand fans were a frequent accessory carried by delicate Victorian ladies. The language of the fan was discussed often…
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Victorian Purses – Edwardian Handbags History

Victorian Purses – Edwardian Handbags History

Edwardian Fashion 1900-1910s· Victorian Fashion History

Victorian purses have a slow building history among women. While not a new invention, the need for purses increased, especially…
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How to Make a Victorian Ball Gown- No Sewing!

How to Make a Victorian Ball Gown- No Sewing!

Victorian Fashion History

Of all the Victorian era events I have attended, dancing the night away to a live brass band at a…
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Find Civil War, Victorian Boots & Shoes for Kids

Find Civil War, Victorian Boots & Shoes for Kids

Victorian Fashion History

Question: Where can I find Civil War era boots for my kids (boys and girls) that wouldn’t be as expensive…
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1840-1850s Dickens Victorian Costuming for Women

1840-1850s Dickens Victorian Costuming for Women

Victorian Fashion History

Ever since I discovered the Great Dickens Christmas Fair in San Francisco, attending (or working) the fair has been an…
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Victorian Dresses, Clothing: Patterns, Costumes, Custom Dresses

Victorian Dresses, Clothing: Patterns, Costumes, Custom Dresses

Victorian Fashion History

* Websites to help you make, or buy your next Victorian ere Dress

Stacy Adams Men’s Victorian Boots and Shoes

Stacy Adams Men’s Victorian Boots and Shoes

Edwardian Fashion 1900-1910s· Victorian Fashion History

Stacy Adams is a mens shoe company started in 1875 that makes modern shoes which could be dead ringers for authentic Victorian / Edwardian style boots. They are perfect for period fashion on a budget.

Victorian Men’s Shirts- Dress Shirts, Western Shirts

Victorian Men’s Shirts- Dress Shirts, Western Shirts

Mens Fashions History· Victorian Fashion History

A Victorian man on the Western frontier or living big city life as a Gentlemen is in need of a…
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Victorian Bustle Dress Costume Guide

Victorian Bustle Dress Costume Guide

Victorian Fashion History

The Victorian bustle dress outfit is beautiful. All that lace, ribbon, bows, fringe, pleated trim, ruffles, and frills! You want…
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1890s-1900s Fashion, Clothing, Costumes

1890s-1900s Fashion, Clothing, Costumes

Edwardian Fashion 1900-1910s· Victorian Fashion History

The 1890s through 1905  is part of the late Victorian fashion era, otherwise known as the Gibson Girl era. This…
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Guide to Victorian Civil War Costumes on a Budget

Guide to Victorian Civil War Costumes on a Budget

Victorian Fashion History

Today’s post was contributed by my friend and fabulous costumer Sue Woods. I am always flabbergasted by her beautiful handmade…
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