I'm looking to make my first (non-fantasy-tinged) Regency gown, out of white on white windowpane cotton.
I am finding that during my target time period (1800-1810) many (all?) dresses had a train, even for day. I'm considering eliminating this to reduce wear and tear (it's fine white fabric after all), but if I choose to make one, what can I do to minimize damage? Is it documented to include a lining, or loop the train up, or detach it in some way? Arnold and Bradfield aren't showing much so far, except for looped-up riding gowns, which isn't the style I'm after. Thoughts? And thanks in advance, Allison T. _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
