Make Your Own Ribbon Watch Chain
by Kathe Gust During the 18th century, watches became an indispensable accessory for both men and women. In menswear of the period, the trouser pocket for watch storage was called a “fob” and the decorative attachment to the watch was called a “chain”. Even today, many denim jeans have fob pockets, but those are actually easier to access than Georgian and […]
Regency Capsule Wardrobe Tips
By Angela Grimes Squeeeeee! You have just purchased your subscription to the Regency Week or Weekend you have always wanted to attend! Of course, like bees in a new hive, images of gowns, bonnets and the like buzz and hum in your head! The fabric stash is begging to be rifled through. Etsy and eBay need to be explored! But […]
Putting Together a Western Outfit
By Christopher Erickson GBACG Board Member-At-Large Putting together a western or cowboy outfit can be something that can easily be accomplished utilizing items already in one’s wardrobe or cheaply found at any store or thrift outlet. OUTFIT SPECIFICS Shirts can be any dress shirt from a linen or poplin-style fabric. The material should be a bit rougher and less refined. […]
At Home with Josephine at Malmaison: An Early 19th Century Soiree
Event Review and Photos by Christopher EricksonGBACG Board Member-at-Large The most recent GBACG-hosted event was a salon in the theme of the Napoleonic era held at The Bellevue Club next to Lake Merritt in Oakland, California, on Sunday, October 20, 2019. The event was held in the Mural Lounge with a view of Lake Merritt Wildlife Sanctuary. The Mural Lounge […]
Victorian Seasonal Traveling Ensembles
Article and Photos by Niz Hadid Editor’s note: Niz has a sewing side business called House of Tinkers. I recently completed and sent a collection of dresses for a YouTube channel “Black Girl in a Big Dress.” The idea I had was basically supplying everything you would need for a season traveling abroad during the Victorian era. Some of the […]
Men’s Cheat List for Costuming as a Patron at Dickens Fair
By Christopher EricksonGBACG Member-at-Large Here are a few tips and tricks that I picked up from starting out by costuming out of my closet that works great for men’s wear. Most men should either have most of these items in their closet or be able to find these items at thrift stores or online. Men’s shirt: A plain white […]
$50 No-Sew Dickens Era Challenge Part 2: Elevating the Look
Ok now for part two of my $50 store bought, no-sew challenge… taking the look to the next level with decorations, accessories, and if you want, period undergarments.
$50 No-Sew Dickens Era Challenge Part 1: The Base Ensemble
Hold on to your bonnets for a 2 part blog post on my $50 No-Sew Dickens Ensemble! Showing that you don’t have to sew or spend much to look fabulous at Dickens!
Regency / Napoleonic Court Gown and Train at Costume College 2017
By Fresh Frippery Editor’s Note: This article is republished with permission from Vivien Lee of Fresh Frippery. I received my photos from the official Costume College photographer Andrew Schmidt so I can show you my complete Regency/Napoleonic court gown and train ensemble!* *A note about terminology: Technically, English Regency court gowns were a really odd silhouette where you had the high waist […]
Help preserve a Napoléonic court ensemble
By Kathe Gust GBACG Membership Coordinator Do you want to help be a part of costume history? The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) Museum is currently fundraising to acquire, study and preserve a rare Napoléonic court ensemble, possibly worn by Empress Joséphine herself, through its “Operation 1804″ initiative. Matching Donations by the GBACGThe Museum needs to raise $120,000 […]
