Get ready for Bridgerton in this complete Regency 3 piece set. This set includes stays/corset, chemise, and petticoat. For ordering the complete set we have this listed at 10% off the usual pricing. This underwear ensemble includes 3 garments -- CORSET: Penelope Short Regency Stays in cotton coutil- white, beige, or black REGENCY PETTICOAT: in cream, white, or black REGENCY CHEMISE : in white or black Ø Ensemble is available Period Corsets sizes SMALL through 2X or custom made in your size up to 4XL see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Corset Features: Ø Side seam alteration point for an adjustable fit Ø Center back lacing Ø Adjustable straps with elastic ties Ø Colors available in cotton: White, Black and Beige. ( all items are hand washable) ********************************* see more details for each item in these listings Corset: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1197588602/ Petticoat: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1198042796 Chemise: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1522845035 ********************************* We can make almost everything on our etsy site custom fit to your measurements. We can make this in your fabrics, contact us for yardages Ø Convo me your BUST, WAIST, and HIP measurements, height and outseam for us to determine your corset and skirt size or to have this ensemble made in a custom size. ********************************* photos property of Period Corsets®

---------------------PETTICOAT-------------- This petticoat is made of white 100% cotton muslin, white lace and your choice of colored ribbon. The petticoat is made to have adjustable shoulder straps and ties in the front. Petticoats are essential to keep your gowns clean and are machine washable. The help to keep the dress from being see though, as many Regency styles are made of light weight, often sheer fabrics. -----------------OTHER UNDERGARMENTS IN PHOTO------ Corset https://www.etsy.com/listing/766713014/corset-stays-regency-stay-historical?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 Shift: https://www.etsy.com/listing/532863789/chemise-shift-histor.ical-underwear?ref=shop_home_active_8&pro=1&frs=1 ---------------SIZING--------------- Please reference the last slide for sizing. For the best fit please let me know your underbust and length from underbust to floor (or desired length) --------------SHIPPING------------- Please allow 2-3 weeks for the petticoat to be made and shipped. This time frame doubles around September and October.

This tutorial is here to walk you through all the steps of modifying my Regency Gown pattern to make your own Regency bodiced petticoat.

The Regency Petticoat is romantic long petticoat is inspired by the Regency era silhouette. Constructed in ethereal cotton batiste with adjustable back drawstring tie and adjustable straps. A lovely addition to your Regency ensembles. (Shown here with our Patricia Stays and Short Sleeve Chemise) Fabrics and colors: white cotton batiste, custom materials by request -Adjustable drawstring waistband -Alteration tucks -Alterable cross back straps or straight straps -Custom length by request (+$35), standard finished length is 44" Sizing is based on underbust and outseam length. Quantity of tucks along the bottom body are dependent on outseam length. Waistband is a drawstring style and will accommodate a range of sizes. Available in sizes small-3XL Ø Small= 23" to 26" Ø Medium= 27" to 30" Ø Large= 31” to 34" Ø X-Large= 35” to 38" Ø XX-Large= 39” to 42" Ø Custom = Send us your measurements see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Photos property of Period Corsets®

Here are the underpinnings you need to give you the proper Regency foundation! This package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes. The chemise was modeled from original garments in several museum collections and features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under

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There’s been a spate of discussion flying about the ORS for a little while now. Mostly it’s a discussion on how a set of Regency stays ought to fit, and how does one compensate for special issues, like more endowed ladies, or wide hips, etc. The first misconception by anyone who’s accustomed to making corsets from other periods is that Regency stays should be shaped and fitted like a corset. Of course they should fit you, and of course they should rest along your curves, but a Regency corset has really nothing at all to do at all with shaping a woman’s body. It’s one of the only style of corset in the long line of historical undergarments that is not at all designed to change the shape of a woman’s body. A woman’s ‘natural form’ was the aim (except with a little levitation). It is designed to hug the natural shape of her chest and torso. The Regency corset should wrap tightly around the torso, it should be stiffened with some boning or cording to keep it from crinkling up on you, and have good shoulder straps. I say this often in posts about corsetry. The boning in your corset has absolutely zilch to do with shaping or lifting. The only purpose of any type of boning or cording is to keep the fabric of your stays or corset taught. Otherwise, without the boning, your fabric would fold and crinkle up on itself when you move around. What gives you shape, and what creates support is the *cut* of your corset. So it’s important to make that distinction and not rely too much on boning to get you the results you want. It’s a supporting role, not the star. The pattern and cut is the star. Hopefully my drawings don't look too terrible. :) In all truth, the Regency corset is designed purely for lift. That’s why there are so many styles of Regency corset (see an overview of the styles of Regency stays and underpinnings here)—because shape from the empire-waistline down, is largely irrelevant. Some women prefer long stays because they have a bit of a belly they want to control, and granted, if you have rather large breasts, you’re better off with a longer set of stays and a busk to divide and keep the center top of your stays against your chest. Stays range from being no more than seven or eight inches long (almost to the traditional bra-dimensions with shorter straps) to hip-length. As long as your stays are doing what they were designed to do, it doesn't matter how much length is added, how much boning you stuff into the channels , how much cording or whatever else. The NUMBER ONE thing you have to know and remind yourself when making your stays is that the empire waistline is KEY. You mess with that, you will have problems. Your garments are designed to fit around this elevated waistline which runs directly under the base of your bust, and if you are not getting the proper lift, or your gussets are too low, your gown’s cut and placing will suffer. There are three key points on a Regency set of stays that you must always address when constructing from a pattern or drafting your own; 1) a clear waistline, with the breasts securely held aloft above it. 2) Well measured shoulder straps. The length of your straps will determine where your waistline falls, remember that. If your straps are too long, your stays will drop down below the chest-line and mess with the fit of your gown. 3) The gussets—which are pretty important and should be designed to cup and hold the lower hemisphere of your breasts. Gussets are key. Some people believe that with larger breasts, you should lengthen your gussets, which means, deepen the cups, and place your breasts closer to where they naturally rest, right in the middle of your waistline. Gussets can be somewhat lengthened if you do it intelligently, and you cut an arc in the cup before you cut the slits in for the gussets. The trick really is to WIDEN your cups if you want to accommodate larger cup sizes. You should be building sideways, not up or down. You are broadening the platter in which your bust should lay, instead of deepening it. There are a couple of ways of giving that top binding of your cups the strength to cup the bosom. You can install a drawstring along the front of your stays to bring the edges of your ‘platter’ in, or you can bind it tightly so that it pulls the fabric in by itself. I’ve also seen some designs where the creator made cutouts for each breast rather than gusset slits, and then make gathered/ruched half-cups to fit into them wherein their bosom can nestle. Now many women are concerned about ‘spillage’. The rule of thumb is this, your gusset cups should not cover much more than the lower half/hemisphere of your breasts. The nipple should be just barely covered by the edge of your binding, or even half-covered. The top half of your breasts should be pillowed in the cups. What keeps them from falling out is the neckline of your shift. The shift is an essential partner in the team that is your Regency underpinnings, and it acts like the top half of your bra. You really should not wear one without the other. However you make your stays, if you keep in mind the above key points. Cut your gussets or cups to cup the lower half of your breasts, beginning above the empire waistline. Your straps should be short and should hold your stays in place Protect the high-regency waistline Use the shift’s drawstring neckline to retain the upper half of your breasts. Use a busked corset if your breasts require dividing, or they are large enough to push the whole construct forward with just boning.

Complete your authentic Regency wardrobe with these dress patterns of underthings, a perfect foundation for your gown.Begin with the chemise next to the skin, then add your stays for the correct silhouette. Complete your authentic outfit today!Key Product FeaturesHighly accurate as based on museum originalsThis package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes.The chemise features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under the arms for a comfortable fitThe short stays lace in the front.Includes notes and tips on original undergarments of the time and also about wearing the undergarmentsCovers UK sizes 6-26Illustrated instructions make construction easyThe pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of the order being processed for you to print out and set to work straight away!Please note, that you will need access to a computer and a printer in order to print this pattern.

“ladies used to wear shifts; they now are called chemises: shoes are turned into sandals, stays are corsets, a girdle is a zone, a band for the head is a diadem, a gown is a robe,” quote by Althea Fanshawe in 1806 Well I made my pattern and I made a mock up and now it is ready to share with you! First off this is not a pattern fro the Historical Accuracy snobs. If you want complete historical accuracy, go buy a pattern from one of the well known pattern companies. This pattern is one that I personally developed based heavily off of Museum of Fine Arts Boston 99.664.51 and by looking at the instructions in The Ladies Economical Assistant (1808) by Kannik's Korner and The Workwoman's Guide (1838-40) and many other shifts and period diagrams for shifts. This pattern is multi-sized, but has not been tested for all sizes. Read more bellow First off the chart You want to use white linen or cotton. Linen was apparently used more in period, but cotton was also used. Cotton can be found for less than the cost of linen today. Yardage given are the minimun, if you buy this amount at the fabric store you may find that it shrinks too much, so buy a little over. (You are likely to be making more than just on shift though, many of you will also be making a shirt or apron or cap, not to mention lining the bodice of a dress. White cotton or linen is useful!) Prewash your fabric to shrink it. Wash and dry on the hottest setting you would ever wash it on, then next time do it on a cooler setting. Remember the dryer is the hardest on our clothes, line drying is easier on the clothes, the pocketbook and the environment. Straighten your fabric. for instructions on this, see here. First step is to make a template for the neckline According to the size you are making, draw a rectangle the length of the width of the neckline and the width of the depth of the front neckline. So If you are making the size B you would draw a rectangle 9” by 6 ½”. Round the corners using a circle of about 3” diameter (look in your pantry for canned food!) and round off the bottom corners. Cut your template out. Now this is the template for the front neck. To use it for the back neck fold over 2 ½” from the top. If you are making several different sizes, be sure to mark your pattern pieces with their size! PERIOD CUTTING Now cut two widths for the body length. Period cutting method. This will leave you with extra square bits of cloth, rather than triangles. (Squares may be more useful) will require more seams. Sew them together along one selvage. using a seam that is just inside the neat selvage, this will vary depending on fabrics from 1/8" to 3/8" you can leave the seam as is or fold it over and fell it. Now make one inch in from one selvage. On the bottom, mark the width of the gore plus one inch. This is the gore that will get sewn on to the other side. Cut out the front body by marking the width at shoulders and hem. Cut out the back body by marking the width at shoulders, cut straight from there. Attach the gore with a flat felled seam. The pieces of the selvages should wind up on the back. I have seen period shifts with seams that do not match, it’s okay. But if it bugs you, use the modern cutting method as long as your fabric is wide enough for the hem in your size. Cut out the neck. You now have a strip of left over fabric from which to cut your sleeves and gussets, use your fabric to the best use! If instead you wish to cut your pattern in a more modern way, you can have a fold at the shoulder. in this case, your body length will be doubled that given in the chart minus 1" and your shoulder width will be about 1/4" wider at the center. This will leave you with some triangle shaped pieces, but you won't have a seam at random in the back section. Another option, if your size and fabric width allow it, si to cut the back as a rectangle and the two gores on either side of the front. for this to work, your fabric must be at least 2" wider than the width of hem in your size. Okay now that we have covered just a few of the cutting options. (Oh yes there are more, for example if the width of your fabric is longer than the body length you can cut it out that way too! which is actually what I did with mine.) Sewing directions based on the first cutting option CONSTRUCTION We will use the Flat Felled seam exclusively for all construction except the hem, cuff and neckline. First step is to sew the gore on to the body back Sew at the ½” seam allowance just as you normally would. Then trim the seam on the BODY side to half the width and fold over the gore to the body and flat fell it. Next is the shoulder seams. I like to fell them towards the back. Now put away the body and let’s work on the sleeves. First we sew the gusset to one narrow side of the sleeve. Then to the other. Next is the remainder of the sleeve seam. Now we start the felling process. First we trim one side of the sleeve seam allowance all the way off, the other side we only trim it at the gusset. On the side that is not trimmed, it needs to be sniped at the gusset point to the stitching line. Fold over the sleeve seam and fell that first. Then fold over the gusset and fell that. The point of the gusset should be right on the original stitching line. You will have to ease it a bit at the point. I like to mirror my sleeve felling direction, but it isn’t a big issue so don’t worry about it if they are going the same direction. Next is the hem of the sleeve. If you want to have a drawstring in the cuff, like Met 2009.300.392, work two eyelets by hand in the top of the sleeve, so you can thread a drawstring through the sleeve after the hem has been made. Hem your sleeve by turning up ¼” then folding it over again ¼” The gusset as seen from the outside Now that we have our sleeves made it is time to put them into the body. Lay the sleeves on a table and then lay the body, folded on the shoulder line (original seam, not the felled line) 1” bellow the fold of the sleeve. Pin together at the gusset. Measure the distance between the shoulder seam and the gusset, pin at the halfway point. This is the section of the sleeve that will get gathered in. Put pins in both sides of the sleeve and the body, for alignment. Run two gathering stitches at ¼” and ¾” from the cut edge on the sleeve between these pins. Pin the sleeve, right sides together into the body. Pin at the center of the sleeve/shoulder seam too. Pull up the gatherings stitches. Now sew the sleeves in from gusset point, all around and back to the gusset point. Do not remove gathering stitches just yet. Then sew the side body seam. Now it is time to fell this side. Trim the body all around the sleeve and gusset and down one side. Fell the side seam first, then the sleeve portion. Be careful over the gathered section. This is the same process as we did for inserting the gusset into the sleeve. But since the sleeve is closed no I suggest you fold the gusset over then start stitching just before the point of the gusset and go all the way around the arm. Next is the hem, which is rather easy, so I probably don't need to explain it. Last is the neckline. Unless you plan on only wearing high-necked gowns I suggest to wait on this last step until you have your stays/corset finished, possibly your gown mostly finished as well. You do not want the neckline of your shift/chemise to be seen from under the gown neckline. You will need to make two small eyelets at the center front neckline for the drawstring before you finish the neckline. I like to do the neckline by hand as I feel I have better control doing the narrow hem over the curves. And there you have it! An easy regency undergarment you can make in a day. It also makes a lovely nightgown for the summer when made in linen!

The Regency Petticoat is a romantic long petticoat inspired by the Regency era silhouette. Constructed in ethereal cotton batiste with adjustable back drawstring tie and adjustable straps. Accented by a ruffle along the bottom hem and several alteration tucks along the bottom of the body. A lovely addition to your Regency ensembles. (Shown here with our Jane and Penelope Stays and Short Sleeve Chemise). Fabrics and colors: white cotton batiste, custom materials by request Adjustable drawstring waistband Alteration tucks (quantity of tucks are dependent on custom length) Full ruffle along bottom hem Custom length by request (+$35), standard finished length is 44" Available in size small-2XL Ø Small= 23" to 26" Ø Medium= 27" to 30" Ø Large= 31” to 34" Ø X-Large= 35” to 38" Ø XX-Large= 39” to 42" Ø Custom = Send us your measurements see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Photos property of Period Corsets®

Handmade Regency Chemise made to order either with short sleeves or sleeveless. Made from 100% Cotton Lawn with a ribbon or cord tie. Can be made from Linen, just contact me if you require a colour other than white. Now available in Cotton Dobby fabric which can be bought by the metre here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/745976270/100-cotton-dobby-lightweight-cotton Seams are machine sewn and flat felled and hems are hand finished. Can be entirely hand sewn if required for a fee, just contact me. To be worn under short stays for the true regency silhouette. See listing below to purchase short stays. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/459992597/regency-short-stays-in-linen-costume?ref=shop_home_active_10

The Regency Petticoat is romantic long petticoat is inspired by the Regency era silhouette. Constructed in ethereal cotton batiste with adjustable back drawstring tie and adjustable straps. A lovely addition to your Regency ensembles. (Shown here with our Patricia Stays and Short Sleeve Chemise) Fabrics and colors: white cotton batiste, custom materials by request -Adjustable drawstring waistband -Alteration tucks -Alterable cross back straps or straight straps -Custom length by request (+$35), standard finished length is 44" Sizing is based on underbust and outseam length. Quantity of tucks along the bottom body are dependent on outseam length. Waistband is a drawstring style and will accommodate a range of sizes. Available in sizes small-3XL Ø Small= 23" to 26" Ø Medium= 27" to 30" Ø Large= 31” to 34" Ø X-Large= 35” to 38" Ø XX-Large= 39” to 42" Ø Custom = Send us your measurements see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Photos property of Period Corsets®

Here are the underpinnings you need to give you the proper Regency foundation! This package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes. The chemise was modeled from original garments in several museum collections and features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under

Select your style above, add to cart- Choose size and color in the next window Description- The Judith’s versatility ranges from the classic Marie Antoinette look to the later Georgian period. Think Hamilton ! The Judith achieves the conical shape required in this period using 1/2" steel bones

Attending and participating in the Jane Austen Festival for the very first time, I've spent the last month fabric, notions and pattern sho...

The ninth stop on my Regency Journey is to make a reticule, the Regency version of a handbag. In the 18th century, women had carried their various personal effects in pockets worn underneath their …

Corded 1820s corset is supposed to be a brilliant part of biedermeier costume. It lifts the bust, creating early 19th century shape, reduces waist a bit and make the figure gracer. The frontal busk panel doesn't allow to avoid slouchig. The corset is made of satin cotton fabric and lined with cotton. It's decorated with between layers cord rows and embroidery. The busk is wooden, it can be replaced by the custom one, if you hae yours. The corset is closed on back lacing. Customization of colour, decoration and fabric is possible!

Handmade Regency Chemise made to order either with short sleeves or sleeveless. Made from 100% Cotton Lawn with a ribbon or cord tie. Can be made from Linen, just contact me if you require a colour other than white. Now available in Cotton Dobby fabric which can be bought by the metre here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/745976270/100-cotton-dobby-lightweight-cotton Seams are machine sewn and flat felled and hems are hand finished. Can be entirely hand sewn if required for a fee, just contact me. To be worn under short stays for the true regency silhouette. See listing below to purchase short stays. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/459992597/regency-short-stays-in-linen-costume?ref=shop_home_active_10

Here are the underpinnings you need to give you the proper Regency foundation! This package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes. The chemise was modeled from original garments in several museum collections and features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under

The Regency Petticoat is romantic long petticoat is inspired by the Regency era silhouette. Constructed in ethereal cotton batiste with adjustable back drawstring tie and adjustable straps. A lovely addition to your Regency ensembles. (Shown here with our Patricia Stays and Short Sleeve Chemise) Fabrics and colors: white cotton batiste, custom materials by request -Adjustable drawstring waistband -Alteration tucks -Alterable cross back straps or straight straps -Custom length by request (+$35), standard finished length is 44" Sizing is based on underbust and outseam length. Quantity of tucks along the bottom body are dependent on outseam length. Waistband is a drawstring style and will accommodate a range of sizes. Available in sizes small-3XL Ø Small= 23" to 26" Ø Medium= 27" to 30" Ø Large= 31” to 34" Ø X-Large= 35” to 38" Ø XX-Large= 39” to 42" Ø Custom = Send us your measurements see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Photos property of Period Corsets®

This tutorial will walk you through the process I used to create a full-length corded Regency corset with a busk pocket and period style fan lacing. This is one type of support garment worn during the Regency period, roughly 1800-1820, and a common choice for modern costumers seeking to reproduce the fashions of the Regency and early Victorian.

The Regency Petticoat is a romantic long petticoat inspired by the Regency era silhouette. Constructed in ethereal cotton batiste with adjustable back drawstring tie and adjustable straps. Accented by a ruffle along the bottom hem and several alteration tucks along the bottom of the body. A lovely addition to your Regency ensembles. (Shown here with our Jane and Penelope Stays and Short Sleeve Chemise). Fabrics and colors: white cotton batiste, custom materials by request Adjustable drawstring waistband Alteration tucks (quantity of tucks are dependent on custom length) Full ruffle along bottom hem Custom length by request (+$35), standard finished length is 44" Available in size small-2XL Ø Small= 23" to 26" Ø Medium= 27" to 30" Ø Large= 31” to 34" Ø X-Large= 35” to 38" Ø XX-Large= 39” to 42" Ø Custom = Send us your measurements see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Photos property of Period Corsets®

Select your style above, add to cart- Choose size and color in the next window Description- The Ada shapes the lower body with full rounded gussets over the hips, starting at the high waist above the natural waist. The curved gussets at the top give roundness to the bust. The Ada is the transit

Handmade Regency Chemise made to order either with short sleeves or sleeveless. Made from 100% Cotton Lawn with a ribbon or cord tie. Can be made from Linen, just contact me if you require a colour other than white. Now available in Cotton Dobby fabric which can be bought by the metre here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/745976270/100-cotton-dobby-lightweight-cotton Seams are machine sewn and flat felled and hems are hand finished. Can be entirely hand sewn if required for a fee, just contact me. To be worn under short stays for the true regency silhouette. See listing below to purchase short stays. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/459992597/regency-short-stays-in-linen-costume?ref=shop_home_active_10

The Regency Petticoat is a romantic long petticoat inspired by the Regency era silhouette. Constructed in ethereal cotton batiste with adjustable back drawstring tie and adjustable straps. Accented by a ruffle along the bottom hem and several alteration tucks along the bottom of the body. A lovely addition to your Regency ensembles. (Shown here with our Jane and Penelope Stays and Short Sleeve Chemise). Fabrics and colors: white cotton batiste, custom materials by request Adjustable drawstring waistband Alteration tucks (quantity of tucks are dependent on custom length) Full ruffle along bottom hem Custom length by request (+$35), standard finished length is 44" Available in size small-2XL Ø Small= 23" to 26" Ø Medium= 27" to 30" Ø Large= 31” to 34" Ø X-Large= 35” to 38" Ø XX-Large= 39” to 42" Ø Custom = Send us your measurements see our size chart here: https://www.periodcorsets.com/sizing-and-custom Photos property of Period Corsets®

A little while ago I did a post meant as an introduction to my love of tartan. Originally that plaid obsession was supposed to stay in the 1860s, where Queen Victoria put it (a post on that later!), but it has bled into just about every period I do. Oops. As lately I've been all about building a Regency wardrobe, it shouldn't come as a surprise that I jumped at the chance to make Regency tartan. In particular, I am in love with these two fashion plates: Feb. 1801 Paris fashions after Waterloo, 1815. Please excuse the blur--I scanned this from the book The Costume of Scotland, by John Dunbar They are both of a similar style, although from 14 years apart: the actual plaid part is an overdress with no sleeves and a "v" neckline. Overall I like the second plate better (and it's within my target range of 1810-1815 for Regency sewing), because I am fond of chemisettes, but the hat from the first image really does it for me. If I end up buying a light wool plaid to make something like this, I will aim for enough fabric for an overdress and hat, which I can then mix and match. But was tartan really popular during the 18-teens? or are these images unique? As I discussed here and here, the wearing of Highland dress was banned after the Jacobite uprising (the Act of Proscription, 1747, can be read in full here). The act was officially repealed in 1782, but for at least two or three decades before that the enforcement of the law had dropped off. In fact, even before the repeal the Highland Society of London was founded in 1778, which strove to preserve the art of tartan weaving as well as preserve the already dwindling Gaelic language and culture of the Scottish highlands. The society also maintained a philanthropic branch which aided expatriots and worked to promote economic and agricultural growth in the highlands. The society was instrumental in the repeal of the Dress Act, and was the first group to collect tartan patterns specifically from the clans, which they kept in The Collection of Certified Tartans--the beginnings of the modern governmental board. Diploma of the Highland Society of London, designed by Benjamin West 1805 In the 1750s tartan was also re-adopted into military uniforms. The Scottish Highlands were a popular area for recruitment during the earlier Seven Years' War as a way of combating remaining negative feelings towards the British crown and because Highland men were tough. As a way to encourage recruitment, these regiments wore a militarized version of highland dress (allowed by the Act of Proscription due to an exception for military use). During the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century, these Highland regiments played a large role and were well-known by their tartan uniforms, which had developed into a standardized set by 1812. Illustration of Grenadiers from the 42nd and 92nd Highlanders during Waterloo, 1812 "Mac Mhic Alasdair," by Henry Raeburn, 1812. Portrait of Colonel Alasdair MacDonnell of Glengarry, wearing a fabulous ensemble meant to show his heritage as leader of Gaelic society These uniforms were similar to more traditional British military dress in that the color of facings and jacket details varied based on the regiment. The standardized kilt was of the "'Government Pattern,' a dark tartan of green, blue, and black in which distinguishing lines of red, white and yellow were added for different regiments" (Tartan by Hugh Cheape, p44). This tartan was adopted into women's fashion during the period as well; wearing military-inspired items was a common occurrence during the regency, and there are many other examples of this besides the wearing of tartan. a cartoon portrait by John Kay, in which the ladies are wearing feminized versions of the West Lowland Fencibles uniform, 1795 (courtesy of the British Museum) While there are several tartans in the modern Register of Tartans dated to this period, they share some traits: they tend to be dark-colored, with mostly blue and green--similar to the tartans in standard military dress for the Highland regiments. Registered tartan of the 92nd (Gordon Highlanders) Regiment, as recorded 1819 Black Watch tartan, originally dated 1725 Sir Etienne Tache, date unkown. Noted that the owner fought in the War of 1812 tartan of the 42nd Highlanders, dated 1797 This is just an assortment of the ones I like--you can find all of them in the Register of Tartans, and several more of my selections on my Pinterest board. But did women really wear tartan? We know from the 1801 fashion plate that plaid was present to some degree in women's fashion, and certainly tartan was quite popular by 1815. fashion plate 1814, plaid shawl and plaid ribbon-trimmed bonnet tartan-themed opera dress (and hat!) in Ackerman's Repository, 1814 Day dresses for June, 1802. The one on the right is plaid! "Portrait of a Lady, Half-Length, in a Plumed Dress and a Tartan Shawl" by Sir Henry Raeburn, c. 1756-1823 tartan walking dress, 1811 So the final verdict? Yes, women wore plaid--and even tartan--in the 18-teens. There are enough examples (not all of which are collected here, obviously) to justify a tartan ensemble, especially if you are British, or hanging out with a British reenacting regiment at your next 1812 event. Too bad all the guys I know are going American with their uniforms...boo. For those on the other side? A tartan ribbon at the waist, on a hat (or a tartan bonnet!), or a piece of outerwear (shawl, spencer) are perfectly acceptable. I will certainly be keeping an eye out for navy blue/hunter green-based tartans at the fabric store... Sources! Scottish Register of Tartans (see the link above) Costume of Scotland, by John Dunbar (1981) Tartan, by Hugh Cheape (1995) The National Museum of Scotland The British Museum

Here are the underpinnings you need to give you the proper Regency foundation! This package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes. The chemise was modeled from original garments in several museum collections and features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under

------------------------GOWN--------------------- This gown is made of white Swiss dot fabric giving a beautiful angelic look. The empire waist is embellished with a aqua satin ribbon. The secondary color options are for different colored ribbon. The dress is made in the Regency Bib style dress. This allows you to easily dress yourself, with the front panel of the dress tying and clasping in place. *****Please note that the bottom part of this dress is not lined and slightly see through. A Regency style petticoat is suggested. ----------------------SIZING--------------------- Please reference the last slide when ordering. Please base your size off your bust size. Feel free to send measurements for a custom fit, with no additional charge. bust underbust length from underbust to floor bicep ----------------SUGGESTED UNDERGARMENTS------------- Shift: https://www.etsy.com/listing/532863789/chemise-shift-historical-underwear?ref=shop_home_active_8&pro=1&frs=1 Corset: https://www.etsy.com/listing/766713014/corset-stays-regency-stay-historical?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 Petticoat: https://www.etsy.com/listing/780612223/regency-petticoat-jane-austen-petticoat?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 ------------------SIMILAR LOOKS---------------- Angelica's Regency Gown: https://www.etsy.com/listing/514647856/angelica-schuyler-dress-hamilton-costume?ref=shop_home_active_16 Hamilton's Green Suit: https://www.etsy.com/listing/488171324/hamilton-costume-alexander-hamilton?ref=shop_home_active_27 -------------------SHIPPING------------------- Please allow 3-5 weeks for the gown to ship. This time frame double between September and October. All orders ship with USPS Priority.

Express the simple yet classic line of the late eighteenth century. This 2 piece underwear ensemble is designed to be worn with the “Round Gowns” of this era and includes the stays and shift. By purchasing this full set, you get 10% off (discount reflected in price) The corset is adjustable with both center front and center back lacings, and shapes in under the bust. The length is cut to sit above the waist, controlling the torso through the ribcage. The boning is firm 5/16” steel. This shoulder straps are attached with adjustable front lacing. The shift is a simple undergarment, whether worn alone or with the corset. The sleeve is fitted and three-quarter length. The front and back necklines are gathered softly with an adjustable elastic drawstring. It's full-length, drapes gently to the hem with a side gusset that continues into the sleeve. The neck and sleeve edges are plain. Size chart available here: http://www.periodcorsets.com/catalog/sizing.php Or convo me your bust, waist, and hip measurements for us to determine your size (or select "CUSTOM" to have this item made in a custom size). This listing is for a single layer cotton coutil corset, and matching cotton shift. Custom fabrics available upon request. Additional costs may apply. Color choices are for the corset. Shift comes in black or white. photographer credit: Raul Campoverde property of Period Corsets

An 1800's early regency style handmade cotton day dress, with linen lining and a front drawstring bodice. The skirt is not trained, and unlined. The back waistband is lightly structured with a back bump, also linen. Please note that it is shown on a modern mannequin without undergarments (chemise, stays, petticoat etc), and measurements should take these into account. The material is replica Colonial Williamsburg print quilting cotton fabric, produced by Windham Fabrics. The belt is also quilting cotton material, the shell belt buckle is antique. The dress has cotton tape drawstrings at the waistband and neckline, giving it some flexibility of fit. The sample dress fits a modern size 4-8 as shown, with some range in sizing. As displayed it measures 35" bust, 14" across back, hips free. It measures 58" in length down centre from the top of the neckline lacing to the hem, 60" in length down centre back, and has 21" long slightly bent fitted sleeves. Please note that this fabric is out of production, and no longer in stock apart from this ready to ship sample. Custom orders and alterations available on all our handmade pieces, please contact for details. Website: https://www.pincushioncostuming.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pincushion_costuming/

On Monday this week I decided that time was ripe for a new pair of short stays. I used the same pattern I drafted for the first pair I made ...

Here are the underpinnings you need to give you the proper Regency foundation! This package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes. The chemise was modeled from original garments in several museum collections and features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under

my finished quilt..... cut the center block according to your heart size, frame with 1" wide strips and border with 2 & 1/2" wide strips..... enjoy.... xoxoxo posted from Bloggeroid

A lovely match to any of our Regency Stays. The Regency Chemise has a wider, lower neckline that is gathered softly with an adjustable cord drawstring with short, straight sleeves (7” from shoulder seam to hem). The length of the body finishes around mid-calf (41” from shoulder to hem). The underarm features a gusset piece, an historic detail for a chemise from this time period. Fabrics and colors: white and black 100% cotton batiste or ivory handkerchief linen Shown here with our Jane Short Regency Stays: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1508671808/regency-half-stays-jane-short-corset **We are happy to offer 10% off if ordered together with a corset, convo me for your reserved listing. Photographs property of Period Corsets®

Here are the underpinnings you need to give you the proper Regency foundation! This package includes patterns for a chemise, short stays, and two chemisettes. The chemise was modeled from original garments in several museum collections and features an adjustable drawstring neckline and gussets under

This beautiful custom Victorian chemise, or shift, is perfect for layering. It is easily machine washable and helps to keep your skin and outer garments protected. It is perfect for those who do reenactments or cosplay. It is especially good for warmer weather and off the shoulder looks. ---------------------Chemise-------------------- This blouse can be worn alone or with pantalettes and a corset. The chemise is white cotton muslin and ties at the front. The straps are made of white lace with colored ribbon interwove. The "secondary color" option is for the ribbon color. Please contact me if you would like additional colors or for the blouse to be made of black broadcloth. -----------------OTHER SUGGESTED GARMENTS-------------- Petticoat: https://www.etsy.com/listing/582403792/petticoat-cotton-underskirt-cotton?ref=related-1 Pantalettes: https://www.etsy.com/listing/540887231/pantalettes-pantaloons-victorian?ref=shop_home_active_1 Corset: https://www.etsy.com/listing/550497275/victorian-corset-corset-stays-19th?ref=shop_home_active_1 ------------------SIZING-------------------- Please reference the last slide for sizing. For the best fit please include your bust and waist size when ordering. ------------------SHIPPING---------------- Please allow 2-3 weeks for the blouse to ship. Between September and October this time doubles. All orders ship with USPS Priority, unless otherwise requested.

-------------------------THE GOWN----------------------- This Regency style jacket has poof sleeves and embellished with buttons on the sleeves and front of the empire waist bodice --------------------------SIZING-------------------------- Please reference the last slide for sizes. For the best fit please provide your measurements when ordering: bust underbust bicep wrist length from underbust to floor ---------------------COMPLETE THE LOOK WITH---------- Dress: https://www.etsy.com/listing/491423484/eliza-schuyler-dress-burn-dress-hamilton?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 Shift: https://www.etsy.com/listing/532863789/chemise-shift-historical-underwear?ref=shop_home_active_8&pro=1&frs=1 Corset: https://www.etsy.com/listing/766713014/corset-stays-regency-stay-historical?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 Petticoat: https://www.etsy.com/listing/780612223/regency-petticoat-jane-austen-petticoat?ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1 -------------------SHIPPING------------------- Please allow 3-5 weeks for the gown to ship. This time frame double between September and October. All orders ship with USPS Priority.