Who else likes to lunge around in “historical undress” instead of modern stuff. I find that shirts and breeches are quiet comfortable.1yr ⋅ Reep1611 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Hello! I'm browsing through medieval/renaissance fashion and came across this. What do you call this type of clothing?2yr ⋅ immaspyy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Drafted and made this 1940's/1950's inspired dress and two petticoats to go with it to get back into sewing! I really like the different way the dress sits with the different petticoats!4yr ⋅ eartha4321 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Baltic Germany had some interesting ideas. Anyone willing to recreate this iconic look?3yr ⋅ GloopBeep ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
A new logo for /r/HistoricalCostuming, share your thoughts!3yr ⋅ huxtiblejones ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I literally just finished my Augusta stays and I love them! I should have been done weeks ago because it was only missing the binding and the last four eyelets. But you know procrastination.....3yr ⋅ Psychebnb ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I want to recreate this dress! But not sure where to start. Looking for sources for beads and tutorials for stringing then like this?2yr ⋅ tikiobsessed ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished my late 1700s shirt and waistcoat, both hand sewn from linen fabric. Disregard the modern blue jeans, I’m working on the breeches now.4yr ⋅ wishfulthinkingwv ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Drafted the pattern myself. First time making a bustle cage, now I want to wear it all the time!3yr ⋅ A-walking-martini ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Major progress on my 1890s walking suit but still there is much to be done. Information in the comments.3yr ⋅ luna8913 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Any ways on how to find patterns for this kind of coat? What's its actual name? I need to make one of these in black for a friend and we're getting desperate 😂2yr ⋅ ryulis99 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
This clothing on this book cover is like 200 years off. I didn’t know who else to show so here you guys go3yr ⋅ Walkbyfaith123 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My 18th Century undies are done! [Simplicity 8162] Details in the comments3yr ⋅ ThimbleandThread ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I created this ode to Lady Mary from Downton Abbey. It celebrates her awesome hats, which date between 1912 and 1927.3yr ⋅ shochmonster ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
pleating is my favorite part of 18th century dress making1yr ⋅ keithrichardswhore ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Is there anyone here who would have more info on the shoes this Korean guy is wearing?1yr ⋅ BanishedForGreed ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
First corset! Redthreaded 1860’s gored corset. Very messy and I think I attached the hip gores wrong but I’m still proud of it!1yr ⋅ LessthanaPerson ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I made a mid-late Victorian corset as foundations for an early 1890s suit. Information in the comments.3yr ⋅ luna8913 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Uploaded a video but it's not showing up in the feed, so here are some photos! 1890s cycling suit 🚲4yr ⋅ misstamilee ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I finished the 18th century inspired gown from Simplicity 8161! Details in the comments!3yr ⋅ ThimbleandThread ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Any ideas on where I can get a pattern for a dress like this from the Titanic?1yr ⋅ lizadoesntgetreddit ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Simplicity 8162, 18th century stays! Details in the comments :)4yr ⋅ ThimbleandThread ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished my 1530’s side-fastening doublet. Pattern from The Tudor Tailor.2yr ⋅ punkypebbles ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished initial attempt at late 15th century Venetian. Next step, redo the whole thing better with better materials.3yr ⋅ Lindvaettr ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Free to good home: 2 yds peach-colored worsted wool stuff10mo ⋅ j_a_shackleton ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What is this style of dress called? IK it’s early Tudor but is there a name for it?1yr ⋅ hannyyaa ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I finished my godforsaken 1890s combinations! On to Symington corsetry!10mo ⋅ talarthearmenian ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Can someone help me pinpoint a time period for the red dress? (Bei der Anprobe, Viktor Schramm)2yr ⋅ vjones0101 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
This is u/alluvium_fire ‘s fault. Bleaching natural linen via sunlight test, day one!2yr ⋅ One_MrsHum ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Is this pride and prejudice red dress historically accurate (if I were to wear it to a Jane Austen ball)?2yr ⋅ Gumbo67 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I found what I believe is an early 1900s corset cover at a vintage store yesterday. The tag says “victorian era” and it certainly looks old enough. I was wondering if anyone else might know more about corset covers and could confirm what era this is from.1yr ⋅ Camerooon_17 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I felt intimidated, but I managed to make my first pair of stays! I’m working up to a full Regency outfit, but only have the undergarments so far.4yr ⋅ KingHenrytheFluffy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My 15thC inspired priest! Handsewn the robe myself with 100% wool and waxed linen thread :)3yr ⋅ Korthalion ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
where to go from here? (beginner interested in women’s 1840s fashion)8mo ⋅ _useless-lesbian_ ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Why would stays only lace halfway up the front, as in this example?7mo ⋅ president_awkward ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Grommet setting my 1910’s corset aka the least fun part of corset making.1yr ⋅ frozengal2013 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What do we think of this cotton print for a late 1830s/early 1840s day dress?1yr ⋅ Leucadie ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I finished my 18th century gown! Learned stuff and feel more confident about next time!3yr ⋅ KingHenrytheFluffy ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Endeavoring to recreate this 1914 illustration of Colombina from Vanity Fair2mo ⋅ Were-All-Mad-Here_ ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Change this 80’s dress into a 50’s silhouette? My courthouse wedding dress.1yr ⋅ Special_Asparagus_98 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Hand painted fabric, self drafted/constructed gown inspired by mid 18th century. Hard to tell but the centre back panel of the bodice is one piece with the train, then there's two full width panels on either side to make up the rest of the skirt (cartridge pleated)4yr ⋅ O-Ethereality ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I’m confused, if this is evening dress why is she wearing a hat/bonnet?1yr ⋅ LinniTheStrawberry ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Does anyone know what type of dress this is? From Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes, painted in Italy between 1598-1602. Any information is appreciated2yr ⋅ mythistheminotaur ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What keywords would find me clothing to put together an ensemble like this?3mo ⋅ honeybbbeehive ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What are these circles on the back of Queen Elizabeth I called and how are they attatched?1yr ⋅ tarantulafriends ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I made this vicotrian-ish blouse from my grandma's old tablecloths and I'm really happy with how it turned out! (self-drafted)3yr ⋅ eartha4321 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Bought this dress which I think is 1890’s, does that sound right??2yr ⋅ frigginpinkmystery ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Made a late 1700s / early 1800s style dress for a historical reenactment; my first big sewing project1yr ⋅ kleptotoid ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Sun-Bleaching Linen: Test Day 2 complete. We have results! Details in comments!2yr ⋅ One_MrsHum ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Regency Clueless overdress! Clueless, as many know, is based on Jane Austen’s Emma, and what better way to bring it full-circle than to splash some iconic yellow plaid on a Regency outfit?4yr ⋅ bookhoarding ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
just wanted to share that I finally found linen tread on my city and I and really happy and impressed with how strong it is3yr ⋅ lumm___ ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Can someone help me identify the historical costume my greats-grandfather is wearing in this picture?2yr ⋅ Obversa ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Does anybody know who this costumer is? It’s the same jacket style as one I want to make and I was hoping they mentioned their research sources on a blog or website somewhere.2yr ⋅ Adventurous-Law-697 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Want to recreate this Met collection cape: how are the designs made? Embroidery? Beading? Couching?2yr ⋅ alliebeth88 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
How awful is this hat? (Regency hat attempt from thrifted and yard sale pieces)1yr ⋅ Cynicalsonya ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished an 17th C. smock and started a new housewife. I am stress sewing with the news of war and death bearing heavy so I’ll probably finish this tomorrow. 😥💔2yr ⋅ One_MrsHum ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
18th century-inspired garters to hold my stockings up. The words are Bikini Kill lyrics.3yr ⋅ ThimbleandThread ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
prototype of my first ever stays! based off half boned 1780s stays from nora waugh. the pattern just fit me perfectly? i have no idea how but im superduper happy that it did. i have to do minor alterations like the angle of the straps in the back and trim the zip ties etc.3yr ⋅ keinechili ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Girl with Maragato attire from Val de San Lorenzo, Leon. Photograph taken by G. Barbero at the Festivities of Corpus de Lagartera 20102yr ⋅ littlefairywingz ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
1780s Robe a la Turque ensemble complete! Information in the comments.4yr ⋅ luna8913 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
1860's Cheshire Cat ball gown for my six year old daughter for book week - self drafted3yr ⋅ elephant_earthship ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My late 18th century robe a l’anglaise. On a lovely sunny evening. Needs a fichou and some period stocking and footwear. And a hat. Essentially all the accessories are missing still!4yr ⋅ AcopicCrafter ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Genuinely really proud of my gf for this. Prussian Landwehr (Militia) Coat, she modified the pattern for my chonkiness while learning how to interline the collar to keep it stood!4yr ⋅ TheTokenEnglishman ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Working on drawing Victorian clothing, how do these look?8mo ⋅ AndyDiplodocus ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
And now for 24.5 yards of handsewn pintucks on my petticoat. Wish me luck!3yr ⋅ CuriousKitten0_0 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
What exactly is the white trim of this black dress? I’ve seen sinilar decorations in 17th century paintings, mainly those around 1660-70s. Is it like strip of fabric that have been attached in puffs to the bodice?3yr ⋅ human_goop ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Desperately seeking information, advice, direction, anything on this historical bodice. (Info in comments)2yr ⋅ Indy_Demon ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My second ever corset, still needs some boning at the seams. But LOOK at those hips!! I'm so proud (excuse my head I'm dying my hair haha)2yr ⋅ couch_potato167 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
is there a name for this type of sleeve cuff?? i’ve had no luck googling it, tyi!!!!3yr ⋅ plumbob-millionaire ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Identifying era of this image. Would a gown like this be worn in New England circa 1780?1yr ⋅ loquacious_avenger ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
A portrait I’m working on of Karolina Zebrowska, she’s one of the people who introduced me to historical costuming through her videos. Still a long way to go but I’m liking it so far ^^2yr ⋅ Moushidoodles ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Everyone has that one impression they do that no one else does. It’s just special to them. Here is mine Cadet of the Kentucky military Institute (KMI) in 1861. The only known example of a pre war KMI uniform known to exist in the world is in the Civil War Museum in Bardstown KY see caption.3mo ⋅ Oneeyehistory ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My 18th century little bo peep costume with my youngest daughter as my little sheep.4yr ⋅ nikkablue ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I want to buy something of this style but English isn't my first language and I don't know much about fashion history. What terms should I search with?2yr ⋅ Yellow__Roses ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
A reminder to regularly change your Needles to you fellow hand sewers. They get blunt and roughed up faster than you think.1yr ⋅ Reep1611 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Got my first pattern for a frock coat, waistcoat, trousers and cravat. Going to start with the frock coat!3yr ⋅ BartletA ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I finally have my hands on this book! Can't wait to get started!!3yr ⋅ Maestrofur ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
One of my favourite projects to date has been replicating Edith Cushing’s Victorian style nightgown from Crimson Peak3yr ⋅ cosplaycyanide ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Finished a late 1300s mi parti ensemble. Information in the comments.3yr ⋅ luna8913 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Watching Wolf Hall and I had questions about these removable collar things.1yr ⋅ QuakerParrot90 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Help solve a mystery: We found this portrait in a piece of furniture that belonged to my great, great, great grandmother. We’re trying to determine who the children are, but aren’t sure which generation it is. Can you tell from the clothing?2yr ⋅ jargo1 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I've spent the majority of my free time over the past week and a half entirely hand sewing a (mostly) historically accurate version of American Girl Felicity's School outfit!4yr ⋅ WhiteHeather ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I’m a beginner, should I redo this or just proceed more carefully? 🥲1yr ⋅ FairyRosebuds ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Second fitting of my WWI era corset. I’m hoping that the wrinkles will smooth out when I put the bones in as they become less prominent when I pull the bottom down.1yr ⋅ frozengal2013 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My first 18th century gown! I know there are some flaws, but I’m surprised I even made it! It took two weeks and one day, and is completely hand sewn. I hope you like it!4yr ⋅ daisysundaae ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I’m trying to copy this shirt and I suspect it’s based off a chemisette or Tudor undershirt with a ruff.1yr ⋅ Saritush2319 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Pattern or guide reccomendations for a doublet similar to this5mo ⋅ welcometothejenga ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
My favorite necklace I have made, modeled by my lovely girlfriend! The design is inspired by the wire/filigree jewelry of the 18th and 19th centuries.4yr ⋅ PastExplorer ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
I tried dyeing my own linen for the first time! I collected about a kilo of stinging nettles for this soon-to-be-dress. With bonus dog :)4yr ⋅ PoisonTheOgres ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Does anyone know what type of silk would best reproduce the drape/ruffles from the sleeves and collar?1yr ⋅ catboi-iobtac ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
Is there any shirt like this in pattern form? I need this in my life!2yr ⋅ Maxime5 ⋅ r/HistoricalCostuming
