Jo here, historical fashionista! Well, not really, but in another spot we were talking about which look we'd choose if we were going to a historical costume ball. Medieval, Tudor, Regency?
Here's an image from Vecellio's book of Renaissance Costume, which contains images both interesting and alarming. Some, like this on the right, are imaginable. Some are odd. The one on the left, for example.
I'm going to share some other images from different European periods. If you want to go Oriental or such, you're on your own.Which appeal to you, and why?
For example, if I was intending to dance and have fun at the ball I'd choose a more comfortable and manageable gown; perhaps even an early 20th century one. But for show I might go for more structured splendor.
It would be interesting to wear the stiff Tudor style — to see how it felt, and how it made me felt. Do you agree that clothes change us, especially how we move and how we feel about ourselves? Have you ever experienced that?
Which period costume do you think most flattering to women, and which the least?
So here are the pictures I've chosen to give a range. If you have links to others that you'd choose, please share them.
Georgian, medieval, Restoration, 1920s, Regency.
Regency gowns in portraits look much more comfortable than in fashion plates. Here's only the upper part of one, but I think it's lovely.
Then there's a Georgian I like for the varied and rich fabrics. You can also see that I like red!
Here's the stiffly formal Tudor, but in the pre-ruff period. I don't think I could bear a starched ruff!
And lastly, the crinolined Victorian.
Some early 20th century gowns are gorgeous. This picture is from the splendid automobile museum in Malaga, Spain, where they match clothing to the cars. If you go to Malaga don't miss it. I didn't think I'd be interested in cars, but there are some magnificent machines there. Perhaps that pink number on the right, though the flowered one is interesting!
And lastly, on the subject of gowns, here's a splendid wedding dress from Rivendell Bridal in Somerset and the cover I used it on, with permission, of course. There's more about Faery Weddings here.
So, what will you wear to the ball? And why?
And would you like to see more historical romances written in the medieval, Tudor, Restoration and Victorian periods?
Jo
The Georgian styles may not be the most comfortable, but I think they are very flattering, at least to women with an hourglass figure. The medieval style actually looks rather comfortable. But the dress on the cover of your book is the most gorgeous of all. Not for dancing but great for sweeping down the aisle.
The Georgian styles may not be the most comfortable, but I think they are very flattering, at least to women with an hourglass figure. The medieval style actually looks rather comfortable. But the dress on the cover of your book is the most gorgeous of all. Not for dancing but great for sweeping down the aisle.
The Georgian styles may not be the most comfortable, but I think they are very flattering, at least to women with an hourglass figure. The medieval style actually looks rather comfortable. But the dress on the cover of your book is the most gorgeous of all. Not for dancing but great for sweeping down the aisle.
The Georgian styles may not be the most comfortable, but I think they are very flattering, at least to women with an hourglass figure. The medieval style actually looks rather comfortable. But the dress on the cover of your book is the most gorgeous of all. Not for dancing but great for sweeping down the aisle.
The Georgian styles may not be the most comfortable, but I think they are very flattering, at least to women with an hourglass figure. The medieval style actually looks rather comfortable. But the dress on the cover of your book is the most gorgeous of all. Not for dancing but great for sweeping down the aisle.
Ooh so many beautiful gowns to choose from! I think I’d have to go with crinolined victorian white gown with red roses. So gorgeous! But I bet it would be supremely uncomfortable. I love reading Victorian romance as well. Thanks for the great post!
Ooh so many beautiful gowns to choose from! I think I’d have to go with crinolined victorian white gown with red roses. So gorgeous! But I bet it would be supremely uncomfortable. I love reading Victorian romance as well. Thanks for the great post!
Ooh so many beautiful gowns to choose from! I think I’d have to go with crinolined victorian white gown with red roses. So gorgeous! But I bet it would be supremely uncomfortable. I love reading Victorian romance as well. Thanks for the great post!
Ooh so many beautiful gowns to choose from! I think I’d have to go with crinolined victorian white gown with red roses. So gorgeous! But I bet it would be supremely uncomfortable. I love reading Victorian romance as well. Thanks for the great post!
Ooh so many beautiful gowns to choose from! I think I’d have to go with crinolined victorian white gown with red roses. So gorgeous! But I bet it would be supremely uncomfortable. I love reading Victorian romance as well. Thanks for the great post!
Regency! They are all beautiful, but the Regency period offered less underneath restrictions. 🙂
Regency! They are all beautiful, but the Regency period offered less underneath restrictions. 🙂
Regency! They are all beautiful, but the Regency period offered less underneath restrictions. 🙂
Regency! They are all beautiful, but the Regency period offered less underneath restrictions. 🙂
Regency! They are all beautiful, but the Regency period offered less underneath restrictions. 🙂
Fun, Jo! The medievals, being less structured, look pretty comfortable, and then it’s all downhill until the 20th century. *G* I’m with you on the pinkish Malaga gown–lovely!
Here’s a great site that does all kinds of custom period and fantasy costume. (It’s where I got my wedding gown.)
http://romanticthreads.com/
Fun, Jo! The medievals, being less structured, look pretty comfortable, and then it’s all downhill until the 20th century. *G* I’m with you on the pinkish Malaga gown–lovely!
Here’s a great site that does all kinds of custom period and fantasy costume. (It’s where I got my wedding gown.)
http://romanticthreads.com/
Fun, Jo! The medievals, being less structured, look pretty comfortable, and then it’s all downhill until the 20th century. *G* I’m with you on the pinkish Malaga gown–lovely!
Here’s a great site that does all kinds of custom period and fantasy costume. (It’s where I got my wedding gown.)
http://romanticthreads.com/
Fun, Jo! The medievals, being less structured, look pretty comfortable, and then it’s all downhill until the 20th century. *G* I’m with you on the pinkish Malaga gown–lovely!
Here’s a great site that does all kinds of custom period and fantasy costume. (It’s where I got my wedding gown.)
http://romanticthreads.com/
Fun, Jo! The medievals, being less structured, look pretty comfortable, and then it’s all downhill until the 20th century. *G* I’m with you on the pinkish Malaga gown–lovely!
Here’s a great site that does all kinds of custom period and fantasy costume. (It’s where I got my wedding gown.)
http://romanticthreads.com/
I’m with Sharon S. – Regency looks the most comfortable because there aren’t as may layers of underpinnings. Though that might make wearing them in cold weather very….chilly.
The Victorian’s always seemed so rigid. I’ve been very thankful I didn’t live then and have to wear ALL those tight and heavy layers. Traveling in those outfits….oh my. Hoops…horrors….
I frequently think about how horrific it must have been to be pioneers and have to wear lots of layers while crossing the plains, farming, etc. Or just living in Georgia with no AC. I especially think of that when I’m outside, sweating to death and all I’ve done is walk outside into the heat and humidity.
So I definitely have a preference for Regency, Edwardian or 20’s era gowns.
As for how different clothes make you feel – definitely, for sure! Even just wearing t-shirts, some make me feel different than others. Oddly enough I’ve been thinking about this aspect of clothing because I have a new swimsuit and this one has a little skirt on it. I feel totally different (in a very good way) in it than the tank style that I’ve been wearing for 35 plus years.
I’m with Sharon S. – Regency looks the most comfortable because there aren’t as may layers of underpinnings. Though that might make wearing them in cold weather very….chilly.
The Victorian’s always seemed so rigid. I’ve been very thankful I didn’t live then and have to wear ALL those tight and heavy layers. Traveling in those outfits….oh my. Hoops…horrors….
I frequently think about how horrific it must have been to be pioneers and have to wear lots of layers while crossing the plains, farming, etc. Or just living in Georgia with no AC. I especially think of that when I’m outside, sweating to death and all I’ve done is walk outside into the heat and humidity.
So I definitely have a preference for Regency, Edwardian or 20’s era gowns.
As for how different clothes make you feel – definitely, for sure! Even just wearing t-shirts, some make me feel different than others. Oddly enough I’ve been thinking about this aspect of clothing because I have a new swimsuit and this one has a little skirt on it. I feel totally different (in a very good way) in it than the tank style that I’ve been wearing for 35 plus years.
I’m with Sharon S. – Regency looks the most comfortable because there aren’t as may layers of underpinnings. Though that might make wearing them in cold weather very….chilly.
The Victorian’s always seemed so rigid. I’ve been very thankful I didn’t live then and have to wear ALL those tight and heavy layers. Traveling in those outfits….oh my. Hoops…horrors….
I frequently think about how horrific it must have been to be pioneers and have to wear lots of layers while crossing the plains, farming, etc. Or just living in Georgia with no AC. I especially think of that when I’m outside, sweating to death and all I’ve done is walk outside into the heat and humidity.
So I definitely have a preference for Regency, Edwardian or 20’s era gowns.
As for how different clothes make you feel – definitely, for sure! Even just wearing t-shirts, some make me feel different than others. Oddly enough I’ve been thinking about this aspect of clothing because I have a new swimsuit and this one has a little skirt on it. I feel totally different (in a very good way) in it than the tank style that I’ve been wearing for 35 plus years.
I’m with Sharon S. – Regency looks the most comfortable because there aren’t as may layers of underpinnings. Though that might make wearing them in cold weather very….chilly.
The Victorian’s always seemed so rigid. I’ve been very thankful I didn’t live then and have to wear ALL those tight and heavy layers. Traveling in those outfits….oh my. Hoops…horrors….
I frequently think about how horrific it must have been to be pioneers and have to wear lots of layers while crossing the plains, farming, etc. Or just living in Georgia with no AC. I especially think of that when I’m outside, sweating to death and all I’ve done is walk outside into the heat and humidity.
So I definitely have a preference for Regency, Edwardian or 20’s era gowns.
As for how different clothes make you feel – definitely, for sure! Even just wearing t-shirts, some make me feel different than others. Oddly enough I’ve been thinking about this aspect of clothing because I have a new swimsuit and this one has a little skirt on it. I feel totally different (in a very good way) in it than the tank style that I’ve been wearing for 35 plus years.
I’m with Sharon S. – Regency looks the most comfortable because there aren’t as may layers of underpinnings. Though that might make wearing them in cold weather very….chilly.
The Victorian’s always seemed so rigid. I’ve been very thankful I didn’t live then and have to wear ALL those tight and heavy layers. Traveling in those outfits….oh my. Hoops…horrors….
I frequently think about how horrific it must have been to be pioneers and have to wear lots of layers while crossing the plains, farming, etc. Or just living in Georgia with no AC. I especially think of that when I’m outside, sweating to death and all I’ve done is walk outside into the heat and humidity.
So I definitely have a preference for Regency, Edwardian or 20’s era gowns.
As for how different clothes make you feel – definitely, for sure! Even just wearing t-shirts, some make me feel different than others. Oddly enough I’ve been thinking about this aspect of clothing because I have a new swimsuit and this one has a little skirt on it. I feel totally different (in a very good way) in it than the tank style that I’ve been wearing for 35 plus years.
I love the Regency styles – especially in the summer. But I would have to say that Somerset Bridal gown is gorgeous. Of course, my dream gown has been and always be the gown Audrey Hepburn wore in MY FAIR LADY when she attended the ball.
I love the Regency styles – especially in the summer. But I would have to say that Somerset Bridal gown is gorgeous. Of course, my dream gown has been and always be the gown Audrey Hepburn wore in MY FAIR LADY when she attended the ball.
I love the Regency styles – especially in the summer. But I would have to say that Somerset Bridal gown is gorgeous. Of course, my dream gown has been and always be the gown Audrey Hepburn wore in MY FAIR LADY when she attended the ball.
I love the Regency styles – especially in the summer. But I would have to say that Somerset Bridal gown is gorgeous. Of course, my dream gown has been and always be the gown Audrey Hepburn wore in MY FAIR LADY when she attended the ball.
I love the Regency styles – especially in the summer. But I would have to say that Somerset Bridal gown is gorgeous. Of course, my dream gown has been and always be the gown Audrey Hepburn wore in MY FAIR LADY when she attended the ball.
I’m in love with the Regency gowns, but Lordy do I love things from the 1920’s.
I’m in love with the Regency gowns, but Lordy do I love things from the 1920’s.
I’m in love with the Regency gowns, but Lordy do I love things from the 1920’s.
I’m in love with the Regency gowns, but Lordy do I love things from the 1920’s.
I’m in love with the Regency gowns, but Lordy do I love things from the 1920’s.
As did many others, I choose Regency for comfort. The Victorian crinolines have a fantastic look, but they must have been uncomfortable and hard to manage. (The “New Look” crinoline of late 1940s, were much easier to handle, and I adored the feminine feel, but I cheered mentally when they went out of fashion, and I no longer had to cope.)
But it’s not entirely about clothes, In 1943, before the war ended, we visited the home of a college friend of my parents. In her 1940 clothes (lots of cloth, rather military in cut) Gilmore pulled up her skirts and did the Charleston. It was So-o-o graceful, completely jazzy, and I could see the skimpy Charleston clothes.
As did many others, I choose Regency for comfort. The Victorian crinolines have a fantastic look, but they must have been uncomfortable and hard to manage. (The “New Look” crinoline of late 1940s, were much easier to handle, and I adored the feminine feel, but I cheered mentally when they went out of fashion, and I no longer had to cope.)
But it’s not entirely about clothes, In 1943, before the war ended, we visited the home of a college friend of my parents. In her 1940 clothes (lots of cloth, rather military in cut) Gilmore pulled up her skirts and did the Charleston. It was So-o-o graceful, completely jazzy, and I could see the skimpy Charleston clothes.
As did many others, I choose Regency for comfort. The Victorian crinolines have a fantastic look, but they must have been uncomfortable and hard to manage. (The “New Look” crinoline of late 1940s, were much easier to handle, and I adored the feminine feel, but I cheered mentally when they went out of fashion, and I no longer had to cope.)
But it’s not entirely about clothes, In 1943, before the war ended, we visited the home of a college friend of my parents. In her 1940 clothes (lots of cloth, rather military in cut) Gilmore pulled up her skirts and did the Charleston. It was So-o-o graceful, completely jazzy, and I could see the skimpy Charleston clothes.
As did many others, I choose Regency for comfort. The Victorian crinolines have a fantastic look, but they must have been uncomfortable and hard to manage. (The “New Look” crinoline of late 1940s, were much easier to handle, and I adored the feminine feel, but I cheered mentally when they went out of fashion, and I no longer had to cope.)
But it’s not entirely about clothes, In 1943, before the war ended, we visited the home of a college friend of my parents. In her 1940 clothes (lots of cloth, rather military in cut) Gilmore pulled up her skirts and did the Charleston. It was So-o-o graceful, completely jazzy, and I could see the skimpy Charleston clothes.
As did many others, I choose Regency for comfort. The Victorian crinolines have a fantastic look, but they must have been uncomfortable and hard to manage. (The “New Look” crinoline of late 1940s, were much easier to handle, and I adored the feminine feel, but I cheered mentally when they went out of fashion, and I no longer had to cope.)
But it’s not entirely about clothes, In 1943, before the war ended, we visited the home of a college friend of my parents. In her 1940 clothes (lots of cloth, rather military in cut) Gilmore pulled up her skirts and did the Charleston. It was So-o-o graceful, completely jazzy, and I could see the skimpy Charleston clothes.
Yes, medieval clothes often were quite comfortable. I’m glad you like the Titania wedding dress. 🙂
Yes, medieval clothes often were quite comfortable. I’m glad you like the Titania wedding dress. 🙂
Yes, medieval clothes often were quite comfortable. I’m glad you like the Titania wedding dress. 🙂
Yes, medieval clothes often were quite comfortable. I’m glad you like the Titania wedding dress. 🙂
Yes, medieval clothes often were quite comfortable. I’m glad you like the Titania wedding dress. 🙂
Those gowns are kind of fairytale, aren’t they? Without a corset they might me okay.
Those gowns are kind of fairytale, aren’t they? Without a corset they might me okay.
Those gowns are kind of fairytale, aren’t they? Without a corset they might me okay.
Those gowns are kind of fairytale, aren’t they? Without a corset they might me okay.
Those gowns are kind of fairytale, aren’t they? Without a corset they might me okay.
Well, Sharon, they still work boned stays that went from waist to shoulders. But no hoops under the skirts, for sure.
Well, Sharon, they still work boned stays that went from waist to shoulders. But no hoops under the skirts, for sure.
Well, Sharon, they still work boned stays that went from waist to shoulders. But no hoops under the skirts, for sure.
Well, Sharon, they still work boned stays that went from waist to shoulders. But no hoops under the skirts, for sure.
Well, Sharon, they still work boned stays that went from waist to shoulders. But no hoops under the skirts, for sure.
Oooh, lots of love gowns there, Mary Jo! And your wedding dress was lovely.
Oooh, lots of love gowns there, Mary Jo! And your wedding dress was lovely.
Oooh, lots of love gowns there, Mary Jo! And your wedding dress was lovely.
Oooh, lots of love gowns there, Mary Jo! And your wedding dress was lovely.
Oooh, lots of love gowns there, Mary Jo! And your wedding dress was lovely.
This is a comment to all the authors. If you could include a photo of one of the dresses that the heroine wears at least the style if not the color.. that would help enormously in enjoying the story. Also with men I have so much difficulty conjuring up the image, even with the elaborately written descriptions of their attire.
Please, please, please consider including a photo of both an outfit that a heroine and the hero of that time period would wear. It would help the readers tremendously.
This is a comment to all the authors. If you could include a photo of one of the dresses that the heroine wears at least the style if not the color.. that would help enormously in enjoying the story. Also with men I have so much difficulty conjuring up the image, even with the elaborately written descriptions of their attire.
Please, please, please consider including a photo of both an outfit that a heroine and the hero of that time period would wear. It would help the readers tremendously.
This is a comment to all the authors. If you could include a photo of one of the dresses that the heroine wears at least the style if not the color.. that would help enormously in enjoying the story. Also with men I have so much difficulty conjuring up the image, even with the elaborately written descriptions of their attire.
Please, please, please consider including a photo of both an outfit that a heroine and the hero of that time period would wear. It would help the readers tremendously.
This is a comment to all the authors. If you could include a photo of one of the dresses that the heroine wears at least the style if not the color.. that would help enormously in enjoying the story. Also with men I have so much difficulty conjuring up the image, even with the elaborately written descriptions of their attire.
Please, please, please consider including a photo of both an outfit that a heroine and the hero of that time period would wear. It would help the readers tremendously.
This is a comment to all the authors. If you could include a photo of one of the dresses that the heroine wears at least the style if not the color.. that would help enormously in enjoying the story. Also with men I have so much difficulty conjuring up the image, even with the elaborately written descriptions of their attire.
Please, please, please consider including a photo of both an outfit that a heroine and the hero of that time period would wear. It would help the readers tremendously.
Oh yes! That wedding gown is amazing! That cover of your FAERY WEDDINGS is gorgeous! That gown screams FAE! (I am a cover-a-Holic I have been known to buy a book just because I love the cover a time or two …(too many)
As far as a favorite gown period…
I never would have made it through the years having to be trussed up in a corset and layers and layers … I am hot in air conditioning! I’d have been one swooning miss for certain! Can’t imagine how these women did this day after day! If I happen to be thrown back in time it better be to a time of easy flowing gowns! But I love to LOOK at ALL eras of dress! There is something to love about each!
Oh yes! That wedding gown is amazing! That cover of your FAERY WEDDINGS is gorgeous! That gown screams FAE! (I am a cover-a-Holic I have been known to buy a book just because I love the cover a time or two …(too many)
As far as a favorite gown period…
I never would have made it through the years having to be trussed up in a corset and layers and layers … I am hot in air conditioning! I’d have been one swooning miss for certain! Can’t imagine how these women did this day after day! If I happen to be thrown back in time it better be to a time of easy flowing gowns! But I love to LOOK at ALL eras of dress! There is something to love about each!
Oh yes! That wedding gown is amazing! That cover of your FAERY WEDDINGS is gorgeous! That gown screams FAE! (I am a cover-a-Holic I have been known to buy a book just because I love the cover a time or two …(too many)
As far as a favorite gown period…
I never would have made it through the years having to be trussed up in a corset and layers and layers … I am hot in air conditioning! I’d have been one swooning miss for certain! Can’t imagine how these women did this day after day! If I happen to be thrown back in time it better be to a time of easy flowing gowns! But I love to LOOK at ALL eras of dress! There is something to love about each!
Oh yes! That wedding gown is amazing! That cover of your FAERY WEDDINGS is gorgeous! That gown screams FAE! (I am a cover-a-Holic I have been known to buy a book just because I love the cover a time or two …(too many)
As far as a favorite gown period…
I never would have made it through the years having to be trussed up in a corset and layers and layers … I am hot in air conditioning! I’d have been one swooning miss for certain! Can’t imagine how these women did this day after day! If I happen to be thrown back in time it better be to a time of easy flowing gowns! But I love to LOOK at ALL eras of dress! There is something to love about each!
Oh yes! That wedding gown is amazing! That cover of your FAERY WEDDINGS is gorgeous! That gown screams FAE! (I am a cover-a-Holic I have been known to buy a book just because I love the cover a time or two …(too many)
As far as a favorite gown period…
I never would have made it through the years having to be trussed up in a corset and layers and layers … I am hot in air conditioning! I’d have been one swooning miss for certain! Can’t imagine how these women did this day after day! If I happen to be thrown back in time it better be to a time of easy flowing gowns! But I love to LOOK at ALL eras of dress! There is something to love about each!
Dress me up like Phryne Fisher on the Australian tv show series, based on Kerry Greenwood’s fabulous mystery books all featuring Phryne. http://phrynefishersfrocks.tumblr.com/
There’s been a traveling exhibition of the costumes made for the show that includes all the glittering hair combs, jewelry, hats, shoes and clothing worn. They are so cool !!
Dress me up like Phryne Fisher on the Australian tv show series, based on Kerry Greenwood’s fabulous mystery books all featuring Phryne. http://phrynefishersfrocks.tumblr.com/
There’s been a traveling exhibition of the costumes made for the show that includes all the glittering hair combs, jewelry, hats, shoes and clothing worn. They are so cool !!
Dress me up like Phryne Fisher on the Australian tv show series, based on Kerry Greenwood’s fabulous mystery books all featuring Phryne. http://phrynefishersfrocks.tumblr.com/
There’s been a traveling exhibition of the costumes made for the show that includes all the glittering hair combs, jewelry, hats, shoes and clothing worn. They are so cool !!
Dress me up like Phryne Fisher on the Australian tv show series, based on Kerry Greenwood’s fabulous mystery books all featuring Phryne. http://phrynefishersfrocks.tumblr.com/
There’s been a traveling exhibition of the costumes made for the show that includes all the glittering hair combs, jewelry, hats, shoes and clothing worn. They are so cool !!
Dress me up like Phryne Fisher on the Australian tv show series, based on Kerry Greenwood’s fabulous mystery books all featuring Phryne. http://phrynefishersfrocks.tumblr.com/
There’s been a traveling exhibition of the costumes made for the show that includes all the glittering hair combs, jewelry, hats, shoes and clothing worn. They are so cool !!
How true, Vicki, about pioneers, but I suppose they avoided sunburn and possible skin cancer! I wonder if they took siestas in the hottest part of the day as some Continental people do.
How true, Vicki, about pioneers, but I suppose they avoided sunburn and possible skin cancer! I wonder if they took siestas in the hottest part of the day as some Continental people do.
How true, Vicki, about pioneers, but I suppose they avoided sunburn and possible skin cancer! I wonder if they took siestas in the hottest part of the day as some Continental people do.
How true, Vicki, about pioneers, but I suppose they avoided sunburn and possible skin cancer! I wonder if they took siestas in the hottest part of the day as some Continental people do.
How true, Vicki, about pioneers, but I suppose they avoided sunburn and possible skin cancer! I wonder if they took siestas in the hottest part of the day as some Continental people do.
Ah, yes. The costumes in that film were splendid!
Ah, yes. The costumes in that film were splendid!
Ah, yes. The costumes in that film were splendid!
Ah, yes. The costumes in that film were splendid!
Ah, yes. The costumes in that film were splendid!
Some of the 1920s clothes could be a bit shapeless and dull, but when they went for silk and beading they were spectacular. Of course, they worked best for the less curvy figure, which some of us aren’t!
Some of the 1920s clothes could be a bit shapeless and dull, but when they went for silk and beading they were spectacular. Of course, they worked best for the less curvy figure, which some of us aren’t!
Some of the 1920s clothes could be a bit shapeless and dull, but when they went for silk and beading they were spectacular. Of course, they worked best for the less curvy figure, which some of us aren’t!
Some of the 1920s clothes could be a bit shapeless and dull, but when they went for silk and beading they were spectacular. Of course, they worked best for the less curvy figure, which some of us aren’t!
Some of the 1920s clothes could be a bit shapeless and dull, but when they went for silk and beading they were spectacular. Of course, they worked best for the less curvy figure, which some of us aren’t!
Sue, I love that you remember all that.
Often there is a conflict between a “look” and comfort.
It’s interesting to me how some generations go through drastic changes in clothing, as from 1905 to 1925. Or 1940s to 1960s
Sue, I love that you remember all that.
Often there is a conflict between a “look” and comfort.
It’s interesting to me how some generations go through drastic changes in clothing, as from 1905 to 1925. Or 1940s to 1960s
Sue, I love that you remember all that.
Often there is a conflict between a “look” and comfort.
It’s interesting to me how some generations go through drastic changes in clothing, as from 1905 to 1925. Or 1940s to 1960s
Sue, I love that you remember all that.
Often there is a conflict between a “look” and comfort.
It’s interesting to me how some generations go through drastic changes in clothing, as from 1905 to 1925. Or 1940s to 1960s
Sue, I love that you remember all that.
Often there is a conflict between a “look” and comfort.
It’s interesting to me how some generations go through drastic changes in clothing, as from 1905 to 1925. Or 1940s to 1960s
Very interesting, Prema. Are you saying in the book? I suppose authors could do that in e-books. Or would you like a link to web pages where you can see the sort of clothes the characters would be wearing?
Very interesting, Prema. Are you saying in the book? I suppose authors could do that in e-books. Or would you like a link to web pages where you can see the sort of clothes the characters would be wearing?
Very interesting, Prema. Are you saying in the book? I suppose authors could do that in e-books. Or would you like a link to web pages where you can see the sort of clothes the characters would be wearing?
Very interesting, Prema. Are you saying in the book? I suppose authors could do that in e-books. Or would you like a link to web pages where you can see the sort of clothes the characters would be wearing?
Very interesting, Prema. Are you saying in the book? I suppose authors could do that in e-books. Or would you like a link to web pages where you can see the sort of clothes the characters would be wearing?
Oh, yes. Thanks for the link.
Oh, yes. Thanks for the link.
Oh, yes. Thanks for the link.
Oh, yes. Thanks for the link.
Oh, yes. Thanks for the link.
I’m rather fond of Italian Renaissance fashions myself. They combine the sumptuous fabrics of the Tudor era with the comfort of Regency gowns (no surprise, since both styles are inspired by ancient Rome).
I’m rather fond of Italian Renaissance fashions myself. They combine the sumptuous fabrics of the Tudor era with the comfort of Regency gowns (no surprise, since both styles are inspired by ancient Rome).
I’m rather fond of Italian Renaissance fashions myself. They combine the sumptuous fabrics of the Tudor era with the comfort of Regency gowns (no surprise, since both styles are inspired by ancient Rome).
I’m rather fond of Italian Renaissance fashions myself. They combine the sumptuous fabrics of the Tudor era with the comfort of Regency gowns (no surprise, since both styles are inspired by ancient Rome).
I’m rather fond of Italian Renaissance fashions myself. They combine the sumptuous fabrics of the Tudor era with the comfort of Regency gowns (no surprise, since both styles are inspired by ancient Rome).
The medieval clothes look as if they would not only be the most comfortable but also the most adaptable to various temperatures. You could wear a linen shift and tunic in a hot climate, or bundle up in wools and furs in a northern winter.
I’m not at all sure Regency garb would be all that comfortable, especially in one of those magnificent English country houses, with enormous rooms and ceilings 20 feet high and only a fireplace to take off the chill. There you would be in a graceful muslin dress, thin little slippers, wrapped in a beautiful silk shawl, suffering from chilblains. I can see where all those Victorian petticoats would look pretty appealing.
For pure attractiveness, I’ve always thought the Restoration styles were hard to beat.
The medieval clothes look as if they would not only be the most comfortable but also the most adaptable to various temperatures. You could wear a linen shift and tunic in a hot climate, or bundle up in wools and furs in a northern winter.
I’m not at all sure Regency garb would be all that comfortable, especially in one of those magnificent English country houses, with enormous rooms and ceilings 20 feet high and only a fireplace to take off the chill. There you would be in a graceful muslin dress, thin little slippers, wrapped in a beautiful silk shawl, suffering from chilblains. I can see where all those Victorian petticoats would look pretty appealing.
For pure attractiveness, I’ve always thought the Restoration styles were hard to beat.
The medieval clothes look as if they would not only be the most comfortable but also the most adaptable to various temperatures. You could wear a linen shift and tunic in a hot climate, or bundle up in wools and furs in a northern winter.
I’m not at all sure Regency garb would be all that comfortable, especially in one of those magnificent English country houses, with enormous rooms and ceilings 20 feet high and only a fireplace to take off the chill. There you would be in a graceful muslin dress, thin little slippers, wrapped in a beautiful silk shawl, suffering from chilblains. I can see where all those Victorian petticoats would look pretty appealing.
For pure attractiveness, I’ve always thought the Restoration styles were hard to beat.
The medieval clothes look as if they would not only be the most comfortable but also the most adaptable to various temperatures. You could wear a linen shift and tunic in a hot climate, or bundle up in wools and furs in a northern winter.
I’m not at all sure Regency garb would be all that comfortable, especially in one of those magnificent English country houses, with enormous rooms and ceilings 20 feet high and only a fireplace to take off the chill. There you would be in a graceful muslin dress, thin little slippers, wrapped in a beautiful silk shawl, suffering from chilblains. I can see where all those Victorian petticoats would look pretty appealing.
For pure attractiveness, I’ve always thought the Restoration styles were hard to beat.
The medieval clothes look as if they would not only be the most comfortable but also the most adaptable to various temperatures. You could wear a linen shift and tunic in a hot climate, or bundle up in wools and furs in a northern winter.
I’m not at all sure Regency garb would be all that comfortable, especially in one of those magnificent English country houses, with enormous rooms and ceilings 20 feet high and only a fireplace to take off the chill. There you would be in a graceful muslin dress, thin little slippers, wrapped in a beautiful silk shawl, suffering from chilblains. I can see where all those Victorian petticoats would look pretty appealing.
For pure attractiveness, I’ve always thought the Restoration styles were hard to beat.
Jo, I remember one author (I’d like to say it was Anne Gracie, but I’m not positive) once posted a photo of her concept board, with all its photos of visuals that had inspired her (maybe it was Colin Firth? 🙂 and details of landscapes, houses, furniture, weapons, maps, clothing and whatnot that had figured in her novel in some way. I found it fascinating, and it did augment the tale to have some accurate visuals. People who have webpages could do that for their books.
Jo, I remember one author (I’d like to say it was Anne Gracie, but I’m not positive) once posted a photo of her concept board, with all its photos of visuals that had inspired her (maybe it was Colin Firth? 🙂 and details of landscapes, houses, furniture, weapons, maps, clothing and whatnot that had figured in her novel in some way. I found it fascinating, and it did augment the tale to have some accurate visuals. People who have webpages could do that for their books.
Jo, I remember one author (I’d like to say it was Anne Gracie, but I’m not positive) once posted a photo of her concept board, with all its photos of visuals that had inspired her (maybe it was Colin Firth? 🙂 and details of landscapes, houses, furniture, weapons, maps, clothing and whatnot that had figured in her novel in some way. I found it fascinating, and it did augment the tale to have some accurate visuals. People who have webpages could do that for their books.
Jo, I remember one author (I’d like to say it was Anne Gracie, but I’m not positive) once posted a photo of her concept board, with all its photos of visuals that had inspired her (maybe it was Colin Firth? 🙂 and details of landscapes, houses, furniture, weapons, maps, clothing and whatnot that had figured in her novel in some way. I found it fascinating, and it did augment the tale to have some accurate visuals. People who have webpages could do that for their books.
Jo, I remember one author (I’d like to say it was Anne Gracie, but I’m not positive) once posted a photo of her concept board, with all its photos of visuals that had inspired her (maybe it was Colin Firth? 🙂 and details of landscapes, houses, furniture, weapons, maps, clothing and whatnot that had figured in her novel in some way. I found it fascinating, and it did augment the tale to have some accurate visuals. People who have webpages could do that for their books.
It was me, Janice and I posted a few of my “story collages.” I can’t do that with all the stories, though because some give away plot points. I haven’t done a story collage for every book, either.
But I often do include a scenes and places kind of page on my website. I’m updating my website, however and some of those pages will have to go — they don’t fit the style that’s necessary for tablets and smart phone viewing — which is pretty much required for websites these days.
Some authors have pages on Pinterest. I collect costumes there, but they’re not necessarily organized by book or even relating to any particular books
It was me, Janice and I posted a few of my “story collages.” I can’t do that with all the stories, though because some give away plot points. I haven’t done a story collage for every book, either.
But I often do include a scenes and places kind of page on my website. I’m updating my website, however and some of those pages will have to go — they don’t fit the style that’s necessary for tablets and smart phone viewing — which is pretty much required for websites these days.
Some authors have pages on Pinterest. I collect costumes there, but they’re not necessarily organized by book or even relating to any particular books
It was me, Janice and I posted a few of my “story collages.” I can’t do that with all the stories, though because some give away plot points. I haven’t done a story collage for every book, either.
But I often do include a scenes and places kind of page on my website. I’m updating my website, however and some of those pages will have to go — they don’t fit the style that’s necessary for tablets and smart phone viewing — which is pretty much required for websites these days.
Some authors have pages on Pinterest. I collect costumes there, but they’re not necessarily organized by book or even relating to any particular books
It was me, Janice and I posted a few of my “story collages.” I can’t do that with all the stories, though because some give away plot points. I haven’t done a story collage for every book, either.
But I often do include a scenes and places kind of page on my website. I’m updating my website, however and some of those pages will have to go — they don’t fit the style that’s necessary for tablets and smart phone viewing — which is pretty much required for websites these days.
Some authors have pages on Pinterest. I collect costumes there, but they’re not necessarily organized by book or even relating to any particular books
It was me, Janice and I posted a few of my “story collages.” I can’t do that with all the stories, though because some give away plot points. I haven’t done a story collage for every book, either.
But I often do include a scenes and places kind of page on my website. I’m updating my website, however and some of those pages will have to go — they don’t fit the style that’s necessary for tablets and smart phone viewing — which is pretty much required for websites these days.
Some authors have pages on Pinterest. I collect costumes there, but they’re not necessarily organized by book or even relating to any particular books
The costumes in that show are stunning, I agree. There’s another exhibition on here for the third series. I expect it will go traveling, too
The costumes in that show are stunning, I agree. There’s another exhibition on here for the third series. I expect it will go traveling, too
The costumes in that show are stunning, I agree. There’s another exhibition on here for the third series. I expect it will go traveling, too
The costumes in that show are stunning, I agree. There’s another exhibition on here for the third series. I expect it will go traveling, too
The costumes in that show are stunning, I agree. There’s another exhibition on here for the third series. I expect it will go traveling, too
Jo, I mean in the book itself. That way we can have a clear idea of how the characters looked. Especially when he have scenes of a ball or assembly where everyone is dressed to the nines! I do look at the web sites with clothes of the era but nothing to make it fresher with a photo or even a pencil drawing like the one you included in the story. It would be easy to include them in e-books.
Jo, I mean in the book itself. That way we can have a clear idea of how the characters looked. Especially when he have scenes of a ball or assembly where everyone is dressed to the nines! I do look at the web sites with clothes of the era but nothing to make it fresher with a photo or even a pencil drawing like the one you included in the story. It would be easy to include them in e-books.
Jo, I mean in the book itself. That way we can have a clear idea of how the characters looked. Especially when he have scenes of a ball or assembly where everyone is dressed to the nines! I do look at the web sites with clothes of the era but nothing to make it fresher with a photo or even a pencil drawing like the one you included in the story. It would be easy to include them in e-books.
Jo, I mean in the book itself. That way we can have a clear idea of how the characters looked. Especially when he have scenes of a ball or assembly where everyone is dressed to the nines! I do look at the web sites with clothes of the era but nothing to make it fresher with a photo or even a pencil drawing like the one you included in the story. It would be easy to include them in e-books.
Jo, I mean in the book itself. That way we can have a clear idea of how the characters looked. Especially when he have scenes of a ball or assembly where everyone is dressed to the nines! I do look at the web sites with clothes of the era but nothing to make it fresher with a photo or even a pencil drawing like the one you included in the story. It would be easy to include them in e-books.
The 20th Century gown display looks just like a wardrobe lineup for the Downton Abbey Women!
The 20th Century gown display looks just like a wardrobe lineup for the Downton Abbey Women!
The 20th Century gown display looks just like a wardrobe lineup for the Downton Abbey Women!
The 20th Century gown display looks just like a wardrobe lineup for the Downton Abbey Women!
The 20th Century gown display looks just like a wardrobe lineup for the Downton Abbey Women!
I would have to go with Medieval or Tudor because those are my eras, but it would be fun to play with all the others for variety.
I would have to go with Medieval or Tudor because those are my eras, but it would be fun to play with all the others for variety.
I would have to go with Medieval or Tudor because those are my eras, but it would be fun to play with all the others for variety.
I would have to go with Medieval or Tudor because those are my eras, but it would be fun to play with all the others for variety.
I would have to go with Medieval or Tudor because those are my eras, but it would be fun to play with all the others for variety.
If I were going to a costume party, Georgian all the way. For comfort. regency, even though I think they always look like maternity dresses. The wedding gown is beautiful!
If I were going to a costume party, Georgian all the way. For comfort. regency, even though I think they always look like maternity dresses. The wedding gown is beautiful!
If I were going to a costume party, Georgian all the way. For comfort. regency, even though I think they always look like maternity dresses. The wedding gown is beautiful!
If I were going to a costume party, Georgian all the way. For comfort. regency, even though I think they always look like maternity dresses. The wedding gown is beautiful!
If I were going to a costume party, Georgian all the way. For comfort. regency, even though I think they always look like maternity dresses. The wedding gown is beautiful!
I’m certainly all in favour of sumptuous fabrics, Elinor! That’s why I tend to prefer the Georgian look to the Regency.
I’m certainly all in favour of sumptuous fabrics, Elinor! That’s why I tend to prefer the Georgian look to the Regency.
I’m certainly all in favour of sumptuous fabrics, Elinor! That’s why I tend to prefer the Georgian look to the Regency.
I’m certainly all in favour of sumptuous fabrics, Elinor! That’s why I tend to prefer the Georgian look to the Regency.
I’m certainly all in favour of sumptuous fabrics, Elinor! That’s why I tend to prefer the Georgian look to the Regency.
Yes, Lillian, medieval would be adaptable. Just put on more layers, some of them fur if necessary! Regency ladies did have winter clothes, with extra petticoats, long sleeves, spencers and shawls. I suppose at a winter ball, all the people and the dancing would keep them warm!
Yes, Lillian, medieval would be adaptable. Just put on more layers, some of them fur if necessary! Regency ladies did have winter clothes, with extra petticoats, long sleeves, spencers and shawls. I suppose at a winter ball, all the people and the dancing would keep them warm!
Yes, Lillian, medieval would be adaptable. Just put on more layers, some of them fur if necessary! Regency ladies did have winter clothes, with extra petticoats, long sleeves, spencers and shawls. I suppose at a winter ball, all the people and the dancing would keep them warm!
Yes, Lillian, medieval would be adaptable. Just put on more layers, some of them fur if necessary! Regency ladies did have winter clothes, with extra petticoats, long sleeves, spencers and shawls. I suppose at a winter ball, all the people and the dancing would keep them warm!
Yes, Lillian, medieval would be adaptable. Just put on more layers, some of them fur if necessary! Regency ladies did have winter clothes, with extra petticoats, long sleeves, spencers and shawls. I suppose at a winter ball, all the people and the dancing would keep them warm!
Yes, doesn’t it, Shannon.
Yes, doesn’t it, Shannon.
Yes, doesn’t it, Shannon.
Yes, doesn’t it, Shannon.
Yes, doesn’t it, Shannon.
I agree, Janice. Georgian for show-off. I’m not sure how much more comfortable Regency would be, because as I said above, they had corsets underneath and the cut of the shoulders could be quite tight.
I agree, Janice. Georgian for show-off. I’m not sure how much more comfortable Regency would be, because as I said above, they had corsets underneath and the cut of the shoulders could be quite tight.
I agree, Janice. Georgian for show-off. I’m not sure how much more comfortable Regency would be, because as I said above, they had corsets underneath and the cut of the shoulders could be quite tight.
I agree, Janice. Georgian for show-off. I’m not sure how much more comfortable Regency would be, because as I said above, they had corsets underneath and the cut of the shoulders could be quite tight.
I agree, Janice. Georgian for show-off. I’m not sure how much more comfortable Regency would be, because as I said above, they had corsets underneath and the cut of the shoulders could be quite tight.
I’m one of the unfortunates with different sizes on my top and bottom; when I’m thin, I’m 2 sizes off. I always yearned for Regency clothes — tight fitting on the top, looser on the bottom. Any age in which one got clothes from a dressmaker, rather than the “standard” store sizes, would help me out. I made myself a Renaissance costume which included a “bum roll” to hold the skirt away from the body, but I didn’t have to stuff it much 😉
I’m one of the unfortunates with different sizes on my top and bottom; when I’m thin, I’m 2 sizes off. I always yearned for Regency clothes — tight fitting on the top, looser on the bottom. Any age in which one got clothes from a dressmaker, rather than the “standard” store sizes, would help me out. I made myself a Renaissance costume which included a “bum roll” to hold the skirt away from the body, but I didn’t have to stuff it much 😉
I’m one of the unfortunates with different sizes on my top and bottom; when I’m thin, I’m 2 sizes off. I always yearned for Regency clothes — tight fitting on the top, looser on the bottom. Any age in which one got clothes from a dressmaker, rather than the “standard” store sizes, would help me out. I made myself a Renaissance costume which included a “bum roll” to hold the skirt away from the body, but I didn’t have to stuff it much 😉
I’m one of the unfortunates with different sizes on my top and bottom; when I’m thin, I’m 2 sizes off. I always yearned for Regency clothes — tight fitting on the top, looser on the bottom. Any age in which one got clothes from a dressmaker, rather than the “standard” store sizes, would help me out. I made myself a Renaissance costume which included a “bum roll” to hold the skirt away from the body, but I didn’t have to stuff it much 😉
I’m one of the unfortunates with different sizes on my top and bottom; when I’m thin, I’m 2 sizes off. I always yearned for Regency clothes — tight fitting on the top, looser on the bottom. Any age in which one got clothes from a dressmaker, rather than the “standard” store sizes, would help me out. I made myself a Renaissance costume which included a “bum roll” to hold the skirt away from the body, but I didn’t have to stuff it much 😉