This means that I start school tomorrow. Which means little time for personal sewing. In theory I could update with what I am doing in school, but since this blog is accessible from my facebook, and I have classmates on there, and we have a not so healthy competition going on.... maybe not?
We'll see.
Let's see, a beautiful gown of the day...
This 1910(ish) beauty has hand embroidery, applique's and insertion lace. It's an overdress, which would have been worn with a colored slip underneath. The Princess cut is absolutely gorgeous. I think it is very similar to this plate, which I found dated for 1909
The gown on the left with it's vertical decorations and high waist are evident of an attempt to bring back the empire waisted gowns of the early 19th century. Something that was just succeeding when WWI brought it to a halt and the style completely changed to reflect the new world mentality.
**Note** My photo collection of gowns has been the work of several years. I don't always know where I got an image from, though I do wish to give proper credit. I apologise, any infringment on copyright is unintentional and meant only for educational purposes. I will say that the first photo (I think is from a private seller [Vintage textiles?] who noted that the neckline was only pinned to be square and didn't fit like that)
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