Edwardian Fashion

Last week's photo of the day theme was evening wear. With prom season right around the corner and so many winter balls and galas taking place, it is the perfect time to look at the most glamorous of all vintage evening gowns and dresses. We can't forget the gentlemen, too, who always look so fine

Norsk Folkemuseum - Photographer Borgen, Gustav

Girls’ dress, Les Modes May 1901.

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During the Victorian era -- from 1837 to 1901 -- the wealthy class enjoyed a lavish lifestyle. The household staff worked hard behind the scenes, while the hostess entertained her guests in an elegant fashion. Only the best would do. Tables were set with the finest china, and heavy, silver tableware was polished and ...

So I am planning on putting together an Edwardian adventuress ensemble, the sort of outfit a lady might wear while sketching Egyptian ruins while on a Nile cruise in 1907. I already have an Edwardian corset so I am planning on making a white cotton shirtwaist, a kakhi or brown walking length skirt, and a brown belt/sash. I'll also need a new walking length petticoat but that is more boring. I will be drafting the patterns for these items myself, and I can't wait to get started this upcoming…