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1882 Tea Gown

Historically designed to be worn in semipublic and with a corset, this casual gown is perfect for teas or morning breakfasts. True to the non-bustled, Natural Form style, the skirt portion is slim in the front with the back flaring for a full train. This gown is cut in princess style, with no seams at the waistline. With the watteaux back, this gown is perfect as a tea gown. With the plain back, this dress can be suitable for regular day wear. Fitted to the body with double darts, the front closes from neck to hem with buttons or frogs. The hem can be either trained or sweep length. The fitted sleeve is in two pieces. This gown can be fully boned, or lightly boned, as the wearer prefers.

Sizes XS-XXL (Bust 75 - 125 cm = 30 - 50") included.

TV432     EURO 22.00

1881 Dinner Bodice

This style is particularly suited to 1878 - 1882, and is perfect for dinner and evening events. The neckline is high at the neck in back and cut in a low diamond in front. A small half collar is optional. The bodice is cuirass length in front and has a longer square "tail" in back. The fitted sleeve is in 2 pieces, and can be made either full- or ¾-length. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset, without a bustle.

Sizes XS-XXL (Bust 50 - 125 cm = 30 - 50") included.

TV422     EURO 14.00

 


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Natural Form 1877-1882

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Two-Tone Bodice 1877

This versatile bodice is suitable for countless project. It is designed after styles shown in many fashion magazines of 1875-1880. The front has a simulated vest portion. This vest can be of a different fabric and trimmed to effect. The back has long seams that reach up to the shoulder. The center back portion can be made of a different color like the vest, or of the same fabric as the rest of the bodice. The hip is bluntly pointed at the center front and center back, and the sides curve upward over the hip. The sleeve is in 2 pieces, and can be made either full length, princess length, or with a flared cuff. The collar is the pointed roll that was very popular during this period. Fits snugly over a corset, without a bustle.

Details

Sizes XS-XXL (Bust 50 - 125 cm = 30 - 50") included.

TV423     EURO 15.00

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Cuirass Bodice with Evening Options 1879

This bodice is high necked for day wear or can be cut into a low square neck for evening events. The front can be either straight across or rounded in front and back. This style is particularly suited to 1878 - 1882. The fitted sleeve is in 2 pieces, and can be made either full- or ¾-length. The ball gown sleeve is a small pouf.

Details

This pattern is available in two size groups, both are suitable for Bust 75 - 125cm = 30 - 50". Please take your measurements: if bust measure minus waist measure is 7 inches or more, use size group A. If bust measure minus waist measure is less than 7 inches, use size group B.

TV420    EURO 14.00

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Jacket (1875-1883)

This elegant jacket can be made in two variation: either with a ruffled or a stand-up collar. Looks beautiful with the matching skirt W310.

Sizes (Bust 32- 36" = 80- 90) included.

W313    EURO 21.00

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5 Gore Skirt (1870-1883)

The pattern for this elegant skirt and the matching jacket were taken from a wedding ensemble from 1876 made of white satin, ribbon and lace. Makes a wonderful coordinating outfit for every walk in the park or party!

All sizes included up to Waist Size 38" = 95 cm.

W310    EURO 21.00

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Hermione Overskirt

This skirt is drafted based on an actual garment as seen in Demorest Monthly magazine. The front consists of an apron and pannier. The apron drapes to two points with pleats at the center front and sides. Over this is a pannier, which fans to the sides. The back is left to hang in low swags, and has a square tail for floor length skirts, or is in an oval for trained skirts. The closure is in the center back. If desired, this skirt can be also be sewn into the side seams of underskirt TV225 to create a single, layered skirt.

Alle sizes included (XS-3XL).

TV326    EURO 16.50

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Fantail Skirt

This skirt is drafted based on a garment as seen in an 1878 Arthur's Home Magazine. The front is in 3 gores, fitted at the waist with darts. The back is tied in behind the knees with a drawstring and the train flares dramatically in fan shape, also known today as a "fishtail". The closure is in the center back seam. If desired, this skirt can be also be cut to floor length.

This skirt is suitable for just about any type of dress during the period of 1878-1882. It should be elaborately trimmed if worn by itself. It also works well under overskirts and polonaises.

All sizes included (XS-XXL).

TV225    EURO 15.00

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Mantelet 1880

Warm, but elegant - this beautiful Mantelet with false sleeves was originally made from wool and fur. The so-called „Sortie de bal“ will accompany you on every occasion, wether you're heading to a ball or the opera!

The pattern is based on a german original from 1880.

Size Width at Shoulders 102 cm = 40“, Bust 90 cm = 36“.

NP E305    EURO 17.00

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Bathing Costume 1880

Pure beach fun! This complete set was the stunner of the season 1880. The belted bathing blouse included has two views: long or short with v-neck or rectangular shaped neck with collar. Choose from two bathing cap styles to protect your coiffure and keep yourself warm after the bath with a cosy cloak (can be made with two different collars).

Details

The pattern is based on an english original from 1880.

Size Bust 90 cm = 36", Waist 75 cm = 30", Hips 97,5 cm = 39".

NP E306 EURO 19.99