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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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 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!
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
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
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
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Stacy Adams Men’s Victorian Boots and Shoes
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
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
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
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
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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Victorian Men’s Tuxedo, Tailcoats, Formalwear Guide
How are Victorian men’s formal wear different than today’s tuxedo? This is a topic I had to research for my…
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