Woman's Dresses and Gowns
Last Update August 25, 2002
The prices are for basic labor (That does include the self small pipping in the sleeves and the topstitching down the back if requested) only and will vary depending on how elaborate the decoration. You choose your own fabrics! (Or agree to my choices) You choose the boning you want added. The price DOES NOT include closures or heming (As those would need to be hand sewn) All skirts can be made with 135" or 180" circumference at the hem. (I recommend a hem facing for durability and cleanliness) I will hand gauge your skirt for extra $20. Otherwise the skirt will be machine sewn. Any other hand sewing I charge $20 an hour. :-)
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This is a day dress that can be made as a 1 or 2 piece. The fitted bodice features vertical darts in front, side seams toward the back, and front closure to enhance the narrow waist. This type of bodice is said to be the most popular in the 1860's. . Sleeves are full at the elbows and can be 2 piece coat sleeve, gathered sleeve, pleated, bishop, or pagota. Dress is shown here as a 2 piece dress with coat sleeves. The skirt is large enough to be worn over a hoopskirt. The skirt shown is inverted box pleated to a waistband approximately 175" circumference at the hem.
Price: 95.00
Design: CW1
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This is currently one of our most popular designs. Based on what was origionally a French design that appeared in an Italian magazine "Il Corriere delle Dame" this dress is worn as a day dress, walking suit, or riding habit. The sleeves are designed to be worn with undersleeves. Top closures are in front. Shown with 135" hem circumference skirt. Undersleeves sold seperately.
Price: $135.00
Design: CW2
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This is a 1 piece Work Dress with a waistband based on a CDV. The bodice is gathered in back and front. Front closure. Coat sleeves are shown with split sleeve caps. Shown with 135" hem circumference skirt.
Price: 100.00
Design: CW3
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An elaborate 3 piece day dress. This design came partially from the book "Patterns of Fashion 1" and "Patterns of Fashion 2" by Janet Arnold and also from a Godey Fashion Plate. The bodice is lined and has scalped edges around the neckline. The sleeves have gathered frill on the end. Beneath the bodice is a chemisette that has buttons down the front and a drawstring around the bottom. This dress is shown with black trim and burgundy tails and frill. Shown with 135" hem circumference skirt. Undersleeves sold seperately.
Price: $150.00
Design: CW4
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This is a more elaborate ball gown with a 5 tiered skirt and a draped bertha. The bodice design is based from the book "Patterns of Fashion 2" by Janet Arnold. the skirt design came from a fashion plate. (If I am not mistaken it was a picture of a dress from a Leslie Magazine) The top closes with worked eylets in back. Shown with 22 white roses, white lace and ribbon for decoration, pleated sleeves and a 180" hem circumference pleated skirt.
Price: $200.00
Design: CW5
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This design sports an Andalusion Jacket from "The Young Englishwoman" more commonly known as a Zouave Jacket. This dress was commonly worn for town errands, and other everyday activities. Shown with fitted blouse. (not included, sold separately).
Design: CW6
Price: $90.00
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The above 4 piece dress that I have created from a Godey Fashion plate and pattern from 1857's. (shown) It is not accurate to be 2 different colors, but it sure looks pretty. To be totally accurate the belt and brace would all be one color. 6 tassles decorate the top, adds such a wonderful touch. Undersleeves not included
Price: $150.00
Design CW8
Pattern to your measurements $35
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This design was inspired by the Godey's Fashion Plate pictured. I believe it was from 1862. (I lost the original I took it off of) The pictures do most of the talking. It is pretty! There are a total of 20 black bands and buttons (not shown with accurate buttons) on the dress alone. Undersleeves not included
Price: $150.00
Design CW9
Pattern to your measurements $35
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This design was inspired by the Godey's Fashion Plate pictured. I believe it was from 1862. (I lost the original I took it off of) The sleeves and dress front carry the same design. The dress color did not come through well. There are 63 buttons (not shown with accurate buttons) total on this dress! Undersleeves not included
Price: $150.00
Design CW10
Pattern to your measurements $35
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Undersleeves are a must for almost every reenactor. If you do not have a pair you will need one eventually. They are very simple, but add some color to your wardrobe. They were normally white and had a draw string at the top. (NOT elastic) I like to make them from the thinest muslin or voile I can find. The material is included with the price.
CW15
Price:$8.00
Pattern: $3
coming soon... pattern on line to make them yourself!
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