Shape-Shifting Through the Ages: The Adaptability of 18th Century Peasant Wear
18th-century DORINE costume, inspired by historical attire, blends midnight & steel blue, echoing pre-industrial peasant women's fashion.
Dive Into 18th Century Scotland Through Outlander's Intricate Costumes
Explore Claire's style and 18th-century Scottish attire in Outlander, including the history and design of Fraser tartans.
Weaving Rebellion: How Tartan Became a Symbol of Scottish Identity
18th-century Scottish tartan weaving, clan-exclusive, was banned post-Jacobite risings. Colors hold meaning.
Invest in Timeless Trends: Why Slow Fashion is the Sustainable Solution
Slow fashion champions timeless, durable pieces over fast fashion's disposable trends, prioritizing sustainability and ethics.
Cherry Red in a Sea of Gray: Channeling the Peasants of Old Through the Pyrenees
Stroll in the Pyrenees with an 18th-century cherry red linen skirt and jacket, contrasting early winter snow, akin to Little Red Riding Hood.
Embrace Scottish Tradition in This Stunning 18th Century Black Watch Gown
18th-century English round gown in Black Watch tartan plaid, wool blend with fitted bodice, elbow sleeves, and 5m full skirt.
Time Traveling Through Textiles: Crafting a Peasant Woman's Wardrobe
The 18th century was a time of great change, but for many rural peasants and urban workers, daily life remained humble. Clothing was simple and...
Shorter, Lighter, Freer: Louise, the 18th-Century Dress Redesigned for Active Women
By pioneering comfortable yet stylish clothing, the English Gown dress helped pave the way for women to more fully engage with the world around them. Its practical...
Caring for Linen: A Natural and Noble Fabric
Linen, with its natural and noble qualities, is quite easy to care for. In fact, washing it can actually improve its texture by softening the...
A Walk Through History: Creating My Dream Green Victorian Dress
My goal with this project was to design and construct a Victorian day dress that blended period accuracy with a modern twist. I wanted to...
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...
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