Today I have another set of photos to share. Much like the last photos I posted, these have an autumn theme and were taken in a pumpkin patch. I thought it would be make the perfect lighthearted backdrop for a wacky dress like this one, and it did not disappoint!
This was my first time having the whole ensemble on and I was pretty pleased with it – everything fit and was really comfortable. I was a bit concerned the petticoat would show, or that the bonnet would slip around, but neither of those were an issue.
I paired this with my regency stays that I made ages ago, and my “Victorian“* boots. Neither are particularly accurate to this period but helped achieve the silhouette I wanted. I talk more about the petticoats and the construction of this costume in these posts:
Post 2: The Sleeves, Skirt, and Bonnet
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Before getting into the photos I wanted to mention my last post, where I reviewed a bunch of costume reference books. If you’re interested in any of them this is the time to buy! Amazon has $10 off book purchases, and Barnes & Noble has 15% off your order, which makes the price of those pretty inspiration books a bit easier to manage!
Now onto the photos!
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And some muddy boots after a long morning! Luckily none got on the dress.
And that’s it! Thanks for reading!
Oh, Angela, you make me smile!
SO pretty! I love the sleeves! Such magnificent work!
Angela you are so talented. I love that dress. Plaid is so pretty. That bonnet is awesome. Thanks fro sharing.
Marilyn
Your work is so beautiful. You can certainly see the love and passion for your costumes.
I really love this ensemble! I think its one of your best ones or even the best sofar.
This is an extraordinary ensemble! Great job with the chapeaux!
The dress is fabulous!! You look amazing!!
Lovely! That fabric is fabulous.
I love this plaid. I love what you’ve done with it. The world is better for this!
Stunning. Simply stunning.