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Authentic Victorian Fashion Patterns: A Complete Lady'S Wardrobe (Dover Fashion And Costumes)
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Imported Custommade Clothes Were Usually Beyond The Financial Reach Of The Average Middleclass American Woman Of A Century Ago; And Storebought Garments Were Often Of Inferior Quality. This Left Many Women With The Options Of Making Their Own Clothes Or Hiring A Seamstress.While A Number Of Economyminded Women Did Sew Simple Housedresses, And Clothing For Their Children, Many Took Favorite Fashion Plates To A Dressmaker Who Would Often Consult Patterns In A Magazine Such As The Voice Of Fashion. This Book, Compiled By Costume Authority Kristina Harris, Painstakingly Reprints A Rich Selection Of Scaled Dressmakers' Patterns Of The 1890S, Taken From Rare Issues Of That Popular, Late19Th Century Dressmaker'S Journal. Featuring Such Fashion Elements As Lego'Mutton Sleeves, Highcollared Necklines, Long Skirts, And Pinched Waistlines, The Collection Includes Nearly 500 Patterns And Illustrations Detailing 50 Garments For Women. Every Wardrobe Necessity For The Victorian Lady Is Covered From Nightgowns And Wrappers For Boudoir And Breakfast, A Riding Habit And Tennis Outfit, To Walking Dresses For Town And Visiting, Elegant Dinner Dresses, And Elaborate Evening Gowns.An Introduction And Brief Instruction For Using The Patterns Are Also Included In A Volume That Will Not Only Find Practical Use Among Costume Designers And Students Of Fashion History, But Will Also Delight Browsers, Victorian Enthusiasts, And Anyone Intrigued By The Evolution Of Clothing Styles. 498 Illustrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What types of clothing patterns are included in this book? A: The book includes nearly 500 scaled dressmakers' patterns for a variety of garments, covering essentials such as nightgowns, wrappers, riding habits, tennis outfits, walking dresses, dinner dresses, and evening gowns.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Authentic Victorian Fashion Patterns'? A: The author of this book is Kristina Harris, a noted costume authority.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 13, 1999.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 144 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in sewing? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction and brief instructions for using the patterns, making it accessible for beginners as well as experienced sewers.
- Q: What historical period does this book focus on? A: This book focuses on Victorian fashion, specifically patterns from the late 19th century.
- Q: Are the patterns in this book original or reproduced? A: The patterns are painstakingly reprinted from rare issues of a late-19th century dressmaker's journal, ensuring authenticity.
- Q: What types of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features 498 illustrations detailing the patterns and garment designs, enhancing the visual understanding of the clothing styles.
- Q: Can the patterns be used for actual garment construction? A: Yes, the patterns are designed for practical use in garment construction, suitable for costume designers and sewing enthusiasts.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of History, specifically focusing on fashion history.