Every year George moults these super long blue feathers and every year I think geez these would be great for a historical millinery project. This is the year! Please give me your ideas for a late Victorian hat I could use these on2yr ⋅ LilPeaHen ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Better Look at my Robe a la Francaise :) Pictures were taken in a vampire themed session, hope the photos are still fine for this group. Model: Mircalla Tepez; Photographer: Soulcatcher Photography2yr ⋅ Mircalla_Tepez ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Made my own outfit for Norwegian Constitution Day (May 17th). I'm trying to recreate the look of a middle-class professional seaman from 1814 (the year of the constitutions signing) 🇳🇴 I'm new to this, so constructive feedback welcome2yr ⋅ Flabben1814 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
She's coming along! My first 18C gown. Linen, mostly hand sewn, except for long straight seams and miles of ruffle edges. Learning a huge amount about hand construction. Would change a few things but pretty happy for a first attempt.2yr ⋅ SewSewBlue ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Thought I would join the pocket party ;) Made thees a few years ago, it was the second thing I ever embroidered (addicted to historical hand embroidery now) Based off of a extant pocket from costume close up. Linen ground with silk binding and cotton and wool embroidery.2yr ⋅ onelostmoose ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Not 100% accurate, but i still love my 18th century stays and skirt.2yr ⋅ tinyhobbitgirl ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I have 90cm(width)x4,5m(length) of this handmade silk damask fabric. I would to to make a formal dress and am wondering if anyone has any ideas on what era’s/designs could be fitting?6mo ⋅ DazzlingSociety5194 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
If you look close enough, you can see my sleeves & soul falling apart. Gotta love Tudor fashion4yr ⋅ BaroqueBitch66 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My first project: hand-sewn Victorian chemise (Laughing Moon #100)1yr ⋅ crumblies ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Been practicing 1930's wet sets and can't believe the curl am getting these days.1yr ⋅ SewSewBlue ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Used Reproduction + Homemade Cosmetics For A Mid 19th Century Inspired look, but my eyebrow shape and glasses set me up for failure 🫠2mo ⋅ scarymonsters4444 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Just finished my 1890s outfit after ~a year of work - all of the layers are hand knit or sewn!4yr ⋅ thebuttisgreat ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I inherited this grouse foot brooch (late 1800s-ish Scotland origin) today! not everyone's taste but I'm so excited to own such a cool peice of fashion history!2yr ⋅ cyanidegeek ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Friendly reminder that Joanne is having their $1.99 Simplicity pattern sale!!!3mo ⋅ DisregardThisOrDont ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
So watching Netflix’s “Alias Grace,” I noticed many of the full length aprons did not have straps on the top. Historically, is this accurate? And if so, how was the apron attached to the dress underneath?1yr ⋅ BookWyrm3982 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Can someone with Bernadette Banner’s book please tell me if this is a typo on Barnes and Noble? I’m laughing so much right now!1yr ⋅ squidinke ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
If you want to see 50 meters of green linen thread, you’re looking at it. (Vaguely 16th cent bodice padstitching)1yr ⋅ tipsydrifter ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Me and my little cousin wearing traditional clothing mostly made by my grandmother. Also some pieces are heirlooms that are over 100years old. (Faces obscured for privacy)1yr ⋅ post_guard ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Completed my first fully hand sewn costume. :) There are a few things I’d like to change in the future, but all in all I’m pretty proud of myself!4yr ⋅ thecapedcanary ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
does anyone know of a source for shoes like this? i’ve checked quite a few sites and can’t find this particular style of 40s ghillie oxford1yr ⋅ thestrangemusician ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
From Costume Close Up, a colonial Williamsburg book. A miracle of fabric efficiancy!2yr ⋅ MadMadamMimsy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
please help dating this photo. it's of some relatives from france. maybe it can be dated based on their clothing.1yr ⋅ xJunoDraws ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Three age groups, three styles. Can you tell when this photo was taken?10mo ⋅ Lazdona ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My first pair of stays and first sewing project vs the new pair I just made to replace them!1yr ⋅ 18thcenturydreams ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I finally finished a Regency overdress to go with short stays and a chemise (tattoo obvs not historically accurate)3yr ⋅ KingHenrytheFluffy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I posted about my first regency stays the other day. I made this Jane Bennet costume in the summer, my first costume after only a few weeks of sewing. I cannot believe how much of a difference the correct underthings make!3yr ⋅ stephmiche ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
A while ago I made an early-ish 16th century german gown, hemd and hat, inspired by woodcuts by Hans Holbein the younger. Everything sewn and made by hand.3yr ⋅ TeacupForestElf ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Hot day for the festival I was attending, so I decided to drop the jacket. Still think I came out looking good, I hope to put together a much more accurate outfit next year.2yr ⋅ Remexa ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I somehow laced myself into these newly made Georgian stays by myself2yr ⋅ MaggieAndTheMossies ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Just had to share this result from a renaissance inspired fotosession I had lately, featuring my fathers beautiful lute. Model: Mircalla Tepez; Photographer: Isifotoart; Dress was made by my friend Manuela3yr ⋅ Mircalla_Tepez ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
A mid-1300s cotehardie that I made about a year ago for a school project - the first historical piece I made2yr ⋅ gdstp ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My first pair of 18th century stays (Redthreaded 1780s pattern) I’m working on an 18th century ensemble one piece at a time.3yr ⋅ KingHenrytheFluffy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
So...this is just a natural form era type bustle cage, right?8mo ⋅ BuilderEducational51 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Found this pretty dress in an antique shop. What era does this come from? It looks like 1920s to me but correct if I’m wrong!1yr ⋅ kirintormagelmao ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I made an Edwardian corset, and then wore it every day for a week (Corset pattern: Atelier Sylphe Ref W)3yr ⋅ sewing_magic ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Can the bottom of a pointed corset ever be form fitting?3wk ⋅ Caffeinated-artist ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Someone suggested I crosspost this here! My first attempt at stays.3yr ⋅ Merlin_Art ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Can someone explain what’s going on on the inside of Victorian garments? What was actual Victorian tailoring (not modern tailoring)? 1mo ⋅ mysseclypse ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Started getting into historical costuming during the lockdown. Something 1840s inspired here.3yr ⋅ RenegadeRevan ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
First row of flossing on the 1862 corset done - thank you everyone for your help!2yr ⋅ Adventurous-Law-697 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Regency inspired wedding dress anyone? I fell in love with this curtain when I found it for $10 at the thrift store. I could picture it as a wedding gown and I’m glad I was able to bring new life to the ripped/stained curtain it started as!3yr ⋅ stephmiche ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Basic setup for early medieval western slav. I'm new in reenactment so any words criticism will be appreciated.2yr ⋅ Kele_Prime ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Hand sewn eyelets are my new favorite!! One side of my stays down, one to go.3yr ⋅ megheanne ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finally got those side panels done on the 1890s Giger jacket. That took soooooo long but I think it's worth it 😊3yr ⋅ Crafting_With_Casca ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
One of the dresses I was working on for Dickens on the Strand. Alas, we all got sick and didn't get to go.1yr ⋅ lotzasunshine ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Summer 1919. Original accessories, dress and underbits by me, shoes by Jo Bear boots3yr ⋅ Rogleson ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What is the laced garment the photographed lady wears? Not a corset obviously, so what could it be?2yr ⋅ szydelkowe ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What year would you say this is from? Knitting it as we speak, as I like it's simplicity in it's construction.1mo ⋅ Gurkanna ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finger loop cording learned from watching a Morgan Donner video2yr ⋅ MadMadamMimsy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
The only good photo of my Houpalande. Heavely inspired by the Tres Riches book of hours for the Duc of Berry (1412). Six yards of wool and countless hours or daging and embroidery later....2yr ⋅ onelostmoose ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Approximately how much fabric would be needed to make a dress like this in a size US size 188mo ⋅ DemeterIsABohoQueen ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Not technically historical costuming but I thought it would please you all just as it pleased me!3yr ⋅ BitchLibrarian ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Found this cape, I'm hoping to make a free pattern available if anyone is interested.1yr ⋅ plastic-shrubs ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Did my first repair following Bernadette Banner’s instructions. This is a bandana I’ve had since I was in the Brownies, so I was quite upset when it ripped. Decided to go with a contrasting fabric to make a feature out of the patch.1yr ⋅ Nevorek ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
How the hell do pants work? 1890s combinations hell over here10mo ⋅ talarthearmenian ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Question: Where to find sewing patterns that resemble both of these dresses?1yr ⋅ Few_Way_2787 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Last night's show in Teatro Popular Melico Salazar in Costa Rica. Dress inspired by 1840's fashion, but modified for dancing.1yr ⋅ Pavkritvs ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Comparing shoe quality between Memery and American Duchess 2wk ⋅ HauntedButtCheeks ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Nearly done with my 18th century underpinnings! Just need to cover the seams on the stays, add the binding, and lining. The pink was hand dyed with cochineal. All hand sewn.1yr ⋅ Regal-Octopus ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Was clothing really much more vibrant back then with dyes? If it’s the chemicals in the film, why are the flowers, grass, pavement and bicycle much more neutrally saturated? My guess is this is the early 60s10mo ⋅ RetailSlave5408 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Is this really accurate to the early 1500s? I can’t find similar examples in contemporary art, even though it’s supposedly based on a famous piece8mo ⋅ cedarmillet ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished my 18th century pockets with a little tribute to my favorite city - Detroit. Speramus meliora; resurget cineribus” translates to “we hope for better things; it shall arise from the ashes”.3yr ⋅ Allizzzon ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Is there a term for these white fur collars you see in the 14th century?2mo ⋅ Cloudydaes ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I finished my mid 18th century stays and decided to add a 18th century men's shirt underneath!3yr ⋅ isayhourwrong ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
An artist I follow, who often draws animals in historical costumes, usually striving to be rather accurate, recently posted this. What era and time is this from? How good is the accuracy?1yr ⋅ Wichiteglega ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I made a little garden party dress! I really love this era and don’t get to make stuff feel the 18th century enough.4yr ⋅ sewing_magic ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I have no idea if these eyelets are historically accurate for a pair of stays but they sure are very fun to make!3yr ⋅ nitbi ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I need help identifying the time/ era of this costume. I've tried to pin point it, but I need some opinions/advice. Thank you!!1yr ⋅ sestewartz ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My first post here! Based on McCall's M8017, with lots of errors but also lots of love.2yr ⋅ BackToJuno ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
1860's Light French Stays/Corset from Corsets and Crinolines! This piece is complete except for the flossing which I've put off for months now. The longest I've worn it so far was 9.5 hours. There are 34 steel bones. It took 4 mockups and it laces down to 24, which is rather comfortable.3yr ⋅ HeyHeardAboutPluto ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Help with finding a pattern for the chemise of this dress🙏❤️ I’m desperate !17mo ⋅ GradeEnvironmental52 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I impulsively bought this set second-hand at a Renaissance fair. I don't know anything about it or if it is at all accurate to the period it's based on. It's amazingly comfortable and I'm in love, though! I was wondering if anyone could point me to any info about it's inspiration. Thanks!2yr ⋅ jazzyminimomo ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
About to start my first historically (mostly) accurate outfit 1900’s, how did I do for the shoes?1yr ⋅ cyriousdesigns ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Looking for a pattern for the pants in the picture, I've been told this sub might know2yr ⋅ SkullnSkele ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Would this dress be 1840s? Cant find much about it.1yr ⋅ HuckleberryHaunting4 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
After years of sewing vintage I finally made the plunge and made my first corset4yr ⋅ bridgeandawall ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My attempt at an 18th century brunswick travelling outfit3yr ⋅ -participating_ ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Inspired by the Painting 'The Lady with an Ermine': Woman holding Ferret - by Model Mircalla Tepez and Photographer Skelfing Art2yr ⋅ Mircalla_Tepez ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I'm hoping to recreate this dress someday but can only find this one picture. Does anyone know if there are more pictures out there?2yr ⋅ luckynumber3 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My wife just opened her historical clothing webstore today www.historicaldesignsclothing.com3yr ⋅ framecode ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Is this pattern acceptable for a 1890-1900 reenactment and playing croquet on a lawn?1yr ⋅ Susancupcakes ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished my Medieval Kirtle (Loosely historical) Pretty proud!4yr ⋅ Tiber_of_Rivers ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Does anyone know the style of this coat? I’m trying to find something similar for my mom.7mo ⋅ Viking_with_Cupcakes ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
So far this is my 10th C. Magyar (Hungarian) kit I'm putting together3yr ⋅ The_Albino_Boar ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Venetian Doge Dress - What was the name of the robe they wore? I can't find any description of the White robe with black tipped dingles that hang from it. I find it really pretty and it'd be nice to know more about it. Otherwise all I find is description of the Corno ducale.1mo ⋅ Nova4uk ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I made a Hedeby Viking vest for a historically inspired literary cosplay2yr ⋅ OpusElenae ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
