Gilded age party

The works of classical illustration for science and literature, political commentary, and children's works are are seriously interesting, though rather challenging for a vector conversion project. Converting watercolor, line-work, wood-block print, and other styles to vector leads to some fairly serious hair tearing on occasion. Maintaining as much of the feel of the original pieces as possible while ensuring that the conversions are print-ready sometimes takes a lot longer than expected…

The Gilded Age took cues from Alva Vanderbilt’s 1883 ball, which “was the most extravagant affair of its kind America had ever seen.”

A Chicago World’s Fair inspired wedding that was glamorous, dramatic, elegant, and fun!

Yes, those are all real lobsters.

CHATSWORTH HOUSE & DOWNTON ABBEY . . . | Susan Branch Blog

Three Golden Rules for Throwing a Dinner Party to Remember | AnOther ©️ Bert Morgan

The House of Mirth was the first literary classic that I picked up entirely on my own, without prodding from a teacher or a parent, and adored. I read it as a teenager, during a stifling summer vis…

Afternoon Tea is arguably the best contribution the British have made to cuisine. This guide gives you all the tools to enjoy this ritual.