Green 18th century gown

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I realized today with the 18th century gowns I have made I have only scratched the surface of how many different types there were. It's easy to fall into the idea that it was all Robe a la Francaise, Robe a l'Anglaise, Robe a la

Read interviews, articles and self-help advice from Do What You Love. Today's shared story comes from costume-maker Jane Grimshaw who has made costumes for

Back view of ca 1780 robe a l'anglaise of brocaded silk. Of British origin.

Manteau of a lady’s gown. Silk weaving with bizarre pattern, France or Italy, around 1720–1730, inv. no. 4093