Wednesday, September 26, 2012

What the Bride Wore: Today'sTimeless Elegance, 1

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Several close friends are getting married this autumn, causing me to think about those qualities which  certain gowns have to create an ind...
Monday, September 17, 2012

Myra's 1816 Black Canton Crepe Gown: "seven yards of an ordinary quality"

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Mary, Nancy (Ann) or most likely, Myra Montgomery, ca.1810s Approximately a dozen typescript letters (source unknown) written primarily...
Thursday, September 13, 2012

Embellishments: Constructing Victorian Detail Opens

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Opening reception: Friday, September 14, 5-7:00 PM.  All are welcome. Twenty-five Victorian era garments and accessories from the...
Saturday, September 8, 2012

What's in a Label 3: Queen Victoria's 1840 Wedding Shoes

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While much has been written on Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and her 1840 wedding dress as a statement of politics and power (rather than ...
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Thursday, September 6, 2012

Timeless Black & White Flats

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Some garments and shoes have a timeless appeal spanning centuries, despite shifting ideas of style and comfort. These flats, first brought t...
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Monday, September 3, 2012

A New Hamsphire Snapshot & A Writer's Apologia

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September is now upon us.  Procrastination had set in.  Writer's block has foiled me-- despite looming publication and symposia d...
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

1979 American Made Nikes vs. Mrs.Roger's 1760s London Shoes

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What do 1979 Tailwind Nikes and Mehitable Rindge Rogers 1760s  London court shoes have in common? Both are labeled and use a bran...