As a "crazed Vampire Bride"
At the PEERS (Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation Society) Le Bal des Vampires.
I draped this gown based off an 1810 gown illustration in The Cut of Women’s Clothes, by Norah Waugh. The gown is made from Swiss dot Voile and is 100% cotton. All of the ruffles are hand roll-hemmed (I spend a lot of time commuting!) and the gown is worn over period undergarments ( corset, chemise, and petticoat).
As a costume design student, I originally started this project to expand my resume. As a lucky coincidence It was completed right before halloween and I was able to wear it to two different events. First in it’s “authentic” form, and then as a Crazed vampire bride.
This is lovely! We are going to a Regency Ball in spring, so I am looking forward to making a gown. Thanks for sharing your gown-it is inspiring!
I am glad you like it :)
If you haven't seen it already, you may enjoy this Regency Community: http://regencysa.proboards.com/index.cgi
It is FULL of amazing information and awesome people! It is where I found the tutorial for making my bonnet.
Thank you for the link. I will definitely check it out.
Beautiful dress! Jane Austen would swoon!! Thanks for the link--I'll check it out. You might like some of my hats at http://www.orsinimedici1951.etsy.com
Hi! -- Wow! great dress! which pattern did you use for your corset? Well-crafted, fine details! good job!
Chantel
[email protected] the gown is quite beautiful and you look beautiful wearing it. keep on keeping on thanks for sharing .