Walking Through History: Revisiting 18th-Century Fashion in a Modern World
In the 18th century, fashionable silhouettes for women in England and France developed in different directions. While French court fashion of the mid-1700s was characterized by...
What are Dutch Cottons?
Dutch Cottons, also known as Chintz, are brightly colored, floral, hand-painted cotton fabrics that have been cherished and preserved for generations. Originating from India in...
Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone: Recreating a Stunning 1830s Romantic Dress
In May 2021, one of my most loyal clients and a sewing enthusiast, Kim, who lives in Los Angeles, California, asked me to make the...
18th-century Robe à la Française, the essence of the rococo aesthetic
Inspired by the modest dressing gowns of the 17th-century, the Robe Volante had been the subject of harsh criticism. One found it neglected. It was...
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