Friday, October 12, 2012

Elizabeth Wentworth Warner's c.1760-1770s Brocade Shoes

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The owner of these pink and green brocade shoes (c. 1760, with later alterations) was most likely Elizabeth Wentworth Warner (July 30, ...
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Great Coat & Small Clothes: The 1825 Inventory of Gen. John Montgomery

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There is no denying it: General John Montgomery (1764-1825) was a wealthy man. He first arrived in Haverhill, NH. from Londonderry, NH. as...
Monday, October 1, 2012

What the Bride Wore: Timeless Elegance of Claire Pettibone

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We have been following LA-based Claire Pettibone’s work since 2010, when her “Emma” line caught our eye in preparation for a museum e...
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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