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Women's Clothing for SaleAll of our costumes and clothing are handmade in our Bristol, VA studio.We do not create custom wedding gowns. For immediate purchase, please use our shopping cart below. We also accept credit card payment by phone during business hours, personal checks, Western Union, or money order. Please contact us to arrange non-website payment. All sales final, so please ask all
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On this page, you will find: Chemises, Nightgowns, and UndergarmentsPocket Hoops Historic Gowns and ClothingFantasy Gowns and Clothing |
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Chemises, Nightgowns, and Undergarments |
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you would like
this style chemise made in a different material, in another size,
length
or color, please see
our custom
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Linen Romantic Nightgown |
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 Linen Romantic
Nightgown
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romantic nightgown is made from
handkerchief weight 100% linen. The double layered empire
waisted bodice has drawstring ties at the neckline and underbust to
adjust for a comfortable fit. There is a hidden hook and eye
at the center front opening for extra security and modesty.
The bell shaped sleeves button along the top opening
with small
vintage Victorian mother of pearl buttons - the sleeves can
be worn buttoned as shown, or unbuttoned for a sleeveless look with the
sleeves draping gracefully at the sides. The skirt is a full
circle. This handkerchief linen is translucent and not suited
to
modest public use without a slip or a robe. The currently available gown measures 57.5" in length from center front of person's neck at clavicle to the hem of the gown. This would be about floor length for someone 5'10" tall with no shoes on. Maximum full bust is 50", maximum underbust 46" - as mentioned above, this gown can be drawn in to fit smaller measurements also. We would be happy to shorten this gown after purchase and before shipping to your measurement specification at no additional charge - but please allow an extra 24 hours prior to shipping so that we may re-hem it for you. If you would like this style gown made in a more opaque material, in another size, length or color, please see our custom orders page then contact us for a price estimate. 100% Linen Romantic Nightgown Price: $245.00Available now: 1 |
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Pocket Hoops |
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 Cotton Pocket Hoops |
 Fashionable between
1750-1790 these paniers or pocket hoops were used to provide a
lightweight and collapsible supporting structure underneath the pleated
skirts. Our handmade hoops are
boned through at least three casings per side. Made from 100%
unbleached organic cotton, with ties at waist, one size fits all.
Unbleached Organic Cotton Pocket Hoops Price: $60.00Available now: 2 sets
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Historic Gowns and Clothing |
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This very warm
medieval style winter
overtunic made from walnut colored 100% wool flannel completely lined
with short-pile faux (synthetic) fur. The hem and hanging
sleeve
openings are trimmed with longer pile faux fur, which was hand-stitched
into place. Ten brass filigree
buttons close the front opening. The hanging sleeves
are
open
all the way up their front. This wool tunic is intended to be worn over another garment, and could be worn unbelted (as shown here), or with a belt. This tunic measures up to 50" at the bust, 44" at the waist, 48" hip, and is 41" from neck to hem. Faux Fur Lined Wool Tunic Price: $225.00Available now: 1 |
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 Houndstooth and Black Wool Viking Tunic |
Based on extant bog tunics from
the Viking days, this warm houndstooth wool flannel long tunic
or gown with black wool neck facing has been machine washed to soften
and plump up the
fabric. The houndstooth wool consits of tan, aqua, dark brown
and midnight blue/black wool. All seams are machine stitched and raw interior edges serged. Actual garment measures 49" long neck to hem in front, nape to hem is 5.25", 60" chest and waist, 32" sleeve AND shoulder. The gown is slightly longer in the back than the front. Houndstooth and Black Viking Style Wool Tunic/Gown Price: $125.00Available now: 1 Fabric
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 Yellow Medieval Dress
Photos by Cristine Maybourne. Copyright 2008. |
 Yellow Medieval Dress
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 1770's Caraco Jacket |
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This
ensemble was patterned after a historic caraco jacket from c.
1775-85.
Our jacket is made from a linen rayon blend material with a
blue floral pattern, and is fully lined with a sturdy white 100% cotton
duck. The front fastens with a series of hook and eyes and is
lightly boned along the center front opening. This snug
fitting jacket is not adjustable for fit, and will accomodate a 35-36"
bust, 26-27" waist, and 11" bicep (flexed). Shown here with a
39" long royal blue cotton velvet petticoat and white 100% cotton
kerchief (both
are included with the jacket). The jacket fabric is no longer
available, so this is a one of a kind garment. The model in
this photo is 5'6" tall.
Revolutionary War Era Caraco Jacket and Cotton Velvet Petticoat Price: $285.00
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 1775 Caraco Jacket in Silk Taffeta |
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This
jacket was patterned after a historic caraco jacket from c.
1775-85.
Our jacket is made from a shot 100% silk taffeta that is
royal purple and black with matching royal purple 100% cotton
broadclith lining throughout. There are ruffled black
embellishments at the neckline and on the sleeve, black lace at the
elbow, and black soutache braid along the hemline edge. The
front fastens with a series of hook and eyes and is lightly
boned along the center front opening and at the side front.
This snug fitting jacket is not
adjustable for fit, and will accomodate a 35-36.5" bust, to a 33"
waist,
and 12" bicep (flexed) - this garment is made for a different size than
the display mannequin, and will thus fit a human form differently due
to the "squish" factor.
The jacket fabric is no longer available, so this is a one of a kind garment. Revolutionary War Era Royal Purple Silk Caraco Jacket Price: $195.00
Available now: 1 - One of a Kind! |
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This neo
Victorian style outfit was created for a short Western film project,
and is based on a historic
reference from 1897. The majority of this
outfit is made from a shot pewter colored synthetic taffeta that
'whispers' and shimmers from silver to nearly black. The bodice
sleeve cuffs and front accent pieces are made from crush resistant
black
cotton velvet, and feature decorative shiny black
buttons. The bodice has one hidden snap at the front
waistline, and features a watch or locket pocket on the left hand side
(locket or watch and chain not included). The bodice is fully
lined
with matching cotton broadcloth, but is not boned. There is a
flaw in the fabric on the right hand side of the bodice to imply damage
to the character from a previous struggle. This does not diminish
the integrity of the garment. The voluminous unlined matching taffeta skirt features a train and embroidered and beaded accent trim near the hemline. It has a tie at the waist for a bit of flexibility in fit at the waistline. There are a few small picks in the fabric near the back and a 7 shaped tear about the size of a quarter near the back hemline from on-set action. The shirtwaist is made from lavender 100% linen overlaid with embroidered 100% silk organza, and features a decorative button 'brooch' on the collar. The shirtwaist is like a false shirt front - there is a front piece, a collar, and a small amount of fabric around the shoulders and back of neck. This creates an elegant look without so many layers, thus reducing the overall bulk of the costume. There are two elastics with hook and eyes that cross over each other at the back and hold the shirtwaist comfortably in place. This outfit was not worn with a bustle in any of these pictures. While not strictly necessary to wear with this outfit, a corset, petticoat, and bustle are recommended for greater historical accuracy in garment layering and movement - but these are not included with the outfit. This ensemble has been professionally dry cleaned post production. The bodice will fit up to a 38" bust and a 30" waist. When measuring yourself to determine if this will fit, please measure over any garments you will be wearing with this outfit (i.e. corset, chemise, corset cover, etc.). The skirt measures 45" from waist to hemline at the center front, and from back waist to train hemline it measures 53". Dorothy Victorian Style Screen Used Costume (bodice, skirt, shirtwaist) Price: $455.00Available now: 1 |
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 Mina
Harker Inspired Steampunk Victorian Ensemble
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This neo
Victorian style outfit is based on a historic
reference from 1874 -1877 and was inspired by the character Mina Harker
from the Victorian classic "Dracula". The majority of this
outfit is made from a shot garnet colored synthetic taffeta that
'whispers' and shimmers from ruby to nearly black. The center front and center back bodice panels are made from crush resistant black velvet. The bodice buttons up the front with eight antiqued gold tone buttons with an "Art Nouveau" style frame surrounding the shiny black plastic center - this button is viewable very close up on our Buttons for Sale page. The bodice is fully lined with matte black synthetic satin, but is not boned. The unlined matching taffeta skirt has a tie at the waist for a bit of flexibility in fit at the waistline, and an arrangement of tapes that gather the skirt at the back and pull it in at the sides. There are hook and eyes on the tapes and skirt that allow the train (shown above) to be pulled up for walking (shown to the left). The final touch to this modern Victorian style ensemble is a black organza ruffled vintage scarf and a brooch with a faux red gemstone - both of these are included with this purchase. The ensemble shown here was photographed with only a small ruffled bustle underneath - it could be worn without, or with an even larger bustle for a more historic look. While not strictly necessary to wear this outfit, a corset, petticoat, and bustle are recommended for greater historical accuracy in garment layering and movement - but these are not included with the outfit. The bodice will fit between a 36"-38" bust, 29"-31" waist, 43" hip with small bustle. When measuring yourself to determine if this will fit, please measure over any garments you will be wearing with this outfit (i.e. corset, chemise, corset cover, etc.). The skirt measures 42" from waist to hemline at the center front with a train that can be worn up for walking or down for a more dramatic look. From center front base of neck to hemline on this mannequin measures 56". Steampunk Victorian Mina Harker inspired Ensemble (bodice, skirt, black kerchief and brooch) Price: $465.00Available now: 1 |
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 Ada
Lovelace Inspired Steampunk Victorian Ensemble
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This neo
Victorian style outfit is based on a historic
reference from 1874 -1877 and was inspired by the contributions to the
computer age by Ada Lovelace who assisted Charles Babbage with
programming his difference engine. The daughter of poet Lord
Byron, she is considered the world's first computer programmer, making
her an ideal Steampunk heroine! The majority of this outfit is made from a shot brown synthetic taffeta that 'whispers' and shimmers from bronze to nearly black. The center front and center back bodice panels are 100% silk dupioni in a golden tan color. The bodice buttons up the front with nine gold tone buttons, and features a small watch pocket on the left hand side - perfect for your dainty fob watch. (Watch and chain not included with this purchase). The bodice is fully lined with matte black synthetic satin, but is not boned. The unlined matching taffeta skirt has a tie at the waist for a bit of flexibility in fit at the waistline, and an arrangement of tapes that gather the skirt at the back and pull it in at the sides. There are hook and eyes on the tapes and skirt that allow the train (shown above left) to be pulled up for walking (shown above right). The final touch to this modern Victorian style ensemble is an embroidered eggshell colored silk chiffon scarf and a vintage gold tone brooch with a faux black gemstone - both of these are included with this purchase. The ensemble shown here was photographed with only a small ruffled bustle underneath - it could be worn without, or with an even larger bustle for a more historic look. While not strictly necessary to wear this outfit, a corset, petticoat, and bustle are recommended for greater historical accuracy in garment layering and movement - but these are not included with the outfit. The bodice will fit between a 36"-38" bust, 29"-31" waist, 43" hip with small bustle. When measuring yourself to determine if this will fit, please measure over any garments you will be wearing with this outfit (i.e. corset, chemise, corset cover, etc.). The skirt measures 42" from waist to hemline at the center front with a train that can be worn up for walking or down for a more dramatic look. From center front base of neck to hemline on this mannequin measures 56". Ada Lovelace Inspired Steampunk Victorian Ensemble (bodice, skirt, eggshell kerchief and vintage brooch) Price: $495.00Available now: 1 |
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Vintage Cream Leather Ladies
Gloves Purchased for a film project, but not used, these vintage cream leather gloves are in great shape with very little wear. There is some discoloring on the back of the right-hand glove near the wrist, shown in the picture. The label inside says "Finale" and appears to be size 8. These gloves would go great with either of the two above outfits or as part of your own steampunk costume! Vintage Cream Leather Gloves Price: $12.00Available Now: 1 pair |
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 1918 Tea Dress |
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This
historically inspired dress was based on a pattern for a 1918 tea dress
by "May Manton's Bazar Glove-Fitting Patterns". The pattern
is accurate to the time period, the fabrics we used are not.
Our 1918 tea gown is made from a center front pleated panel
in white Ming brocade, the body is an optic white shimmering crinkle
fabric. There is braid trimming the join between the skirt
and the pleated panel, and ruffled organza ribbon and braid decorating
the neckline and sleeve ends. The shoulder drape is white
crystal organza. The empire waistline is decorated with a
silver embroidered and beaded ribbon and two antiqued silver tone metal
findings. Side front closure is a series of hidden snaps and
hook and eyes. The skirt is lined in matching white satin
acetate, the bodice and sleeves are lined with a soft white 100% cotton
twill. This gown will accomodate a 35-37" bust, 32.5"
underbust (snug), and measures 52.5" center front of neck to hem, and
58.5" nape of neck to hem.
1918 Tea Gown Price: $385.00
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 1930's Green Silk Evening Dress |
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on an out-of-print Vogue pattern from 1931, this vintage style dress is
made from green 100% silk charmeuse. The geometric lines of
the gown add detail and accentuate the soft drape and flow of the
fabric. This unlined evening gown comes with a matching
fabric belt with rhinestone deco-style ornaments. This gown
will fit a range of bust sizes - the garment itself
measures 40" at the bustline, but the bias cut and drape of the garment
will allow it to fit smaller sizes as well. The waistline of
the garment measures 36", the belt at waist measures 29.5".
Model is 5'6" tall for reference, with center front length
neck to hemline being 54". 1930's Green Silk Evening Dress Sale price $255.00 (Regular price: $355.00)
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 1950's Style Blue Silk/Linen Slip Dress |
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1950's style silk/linen blend periwinkle blue slip dress
bodice is self-lined,
and the rest of the gown is unlined.
The neckline features a band of rhinestone trim for an extra
bit of elegance. This gown was used in a music video, parts
of which are viewable here. (Link requires
Quicktime player) The mannequin in these photos was set to 35 inch bust, 30 inch waist, 36 inch hips. From the center front of neck to hem this dress measures 60 inches, from nape of neck to train hem line is 65 inches. 1950's Style Blue Silk/Linen Slip Dress Sale price $150.00 (Regular price: $225.00)
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| Created
using a pattern from
the 1950's, this dress was made for a film
project, but not used. The outer part of the gown is a
translucent crinkle synthetic fabric with a bubblegum pink floral
design, and it is fully lined with cream 100% cotton. There
is a
left side zipper. This gown will
accomodate Bust 34-40", waist maximum 32", hip
maximum 44",
center front base of wearer's neck to hem line is 47".
Coordinating belt
included. 1950's Style Bubblegum Flower Dress Sale price $185.00 (Regular price: $255.00)
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Fantasy Gowns and Clothing |
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women's version of our crinkle textured black 100% cotton Reaper robe
could be used as a chemise, undergown, or layered with other costume
pieces to create a variety of characters. It differs from the
regular Reaper robe in that it has pleats at the shoulders and a black
veil attached to the inside of the hood that can be tucked in at the
front of the neck to hide the face and neck. The veil could
also be folded back inside the hood if you prefer to wear a mask or
have your face showing. The sleeve and garment hemlines have
been distressed and shredded. Shown here with a textured silk
waist
piece (93% Silk/ 7% Lycra - sold separately), this gown/robe could also
be worn with your corset over top or simply belted with a rope, scarf
or belt to
create different looks. The model in these pictures is 5'6"
tall. The generously sized gown measures 72" around the bust,
24" around the armpit/armsceye, and the train extends 68" from nape of
neck to hemline. Lady Death (robe/chemise/gown only) Price $160.00Available Now: 1 |
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stretch silk waist 'cincher' (will fit between 27" waist to 38" waist) Price $25.00Available Now: 1
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stretch silk waist 'cincher' (will fit between 30" waist to 42" waist) Price $25.00Available Now: 1 |
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Destiny Inspired Linen Gown Price: $180.00Available now: 1 |
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hunter green silk velvet gown was inspired by "La
Ghirlandata" as painted by Rossetti. This luxurious gown
features unique faux pearl and peridot colored beads on a silver and
gold metallic lurex trim at the neckline. There is dainty
gold cord lacing through small gold rings at the back through the waist
to adjust the fullness of this unlined, slip-over-the-head
gown. The lacing is not intended to act as a corset - it is
decorative yet functional to adjust the gown itself. Unlaced
gown measures 37" at the bustline, 35" at the waistline, 55" neck to
hem at the front - the back has a 7" train. Hunter Silk Velvet Pre-Raphaelite Inspired Gown One of a kind due to the unique trim! Sale price $285.00 (Regular Price: $385.00)
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 Steampunk Mrs. Claus ensemble
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steampunk style outfit is based on a historic
reference from 1874 -1877. The center front and center back
bodice
panels are in metallic gold pleather. The remainder of the
bodice is
hunter green silk velvet with tiny gold sparkles. There is a
tiny
watch pocket at the left front side. The bodice snaps up the
front and
has a ruffled lace collar, and the body of the jacket is fully lined
with cotton twill, but is not boned. The red cotton velvet skirt has an arrangement of tapes that gather the back and pull it in at the sides. There are hook and eyes on the tapes and skirt that allow the train (shown above) to be pulled up for walking. The front panel of the skirt is a jacquard with a leaf and vine design in red and green. There is a gold trim around the base of the skirt. The ensemble shown above was modeled with several garments underneath. A corset, petticoat, and bustle are recommended to achieve the shape shown - but these are not included with the outfit. The bodice measures 36.5" bust, 29" waist, 21" long at center front. The skirt measures 43" long at the center front and has a 29" waist. Steampunk Mrs. Claus/Christmas Ensemble - Prototype Price (Bodice and Skirt only) Price: $295.00One of a Kind! |
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Based
on the clothing of the Mirkwood elves, this gown was created for the
Rainfall Films "Arrival
at Esgaroth".
It has two
layers attached to one another - the underlayer is an ombre dyed satin
that is olive green at the shoulders, fading to burgundy and finally to
a deep purple at the hemline.
This exact ombre dyed fabric is no longer manufactured.
Over the satin is a translucent shimmering layer of bronze
organza embroidered overall with a leaf and vine pattern. The
front closure is held by brass filigree buttons and button loops.
The gown slips on easily over the head with a few of these
buttons undone. This elven style gown with petal
shaped
sleeves may be worn with your favorite belt or sash, or as shown here.
This unique gown itself measures 40" bust, 36" waist, 50"
hips and 59" in
length center front and 64" nape to hem as there is a small train.
Please allow a couple of inches ease above your body
measurements for a proper fit. As we have no more of this
material, we are unable to make this dress in another size.
The pictures below show this gown in different lighting conditions so you can see how the gown shimmers in the light. To see this elven inspired dress in action, please view the Rainfall Films Showreel here. Film stills (c) Rainfall Films and used here with permission. Esgaroth Elven Gown
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 Futuristic 1940's Style Outfit |
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outfit was created from a vintage 1940's
pattern with a futuristic twist. The unlined skirt and jacket set were
made from a synthetic
shot taffeta that shimmers between peacock blue and emerald green and
rustles when it moves. The
matching emerald green hat with veil was found after the fact, and is
from the same time period. The jacket will fit up to a 37" bust. The skirt has a waist measurement of 28", hips are 36" and it is 30" long. This outfit was used one time for modeling, and is not constructed in exactly the same way we normally would (with lining and super picky detail) due to time constraints. Therefore it is being offered as is at a reduced rate. Please be sure to carefully compare your measurements with those noted above, as All Sales Are Final - contact us with any questions. Futuristic 1940's Style Outfit Sale Price: $75.00Available now: 1 |
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