Regency summer dress

Before deciding on the design of my new Regency gown I looked through hundreds of pictures for inspiration. Here are some of my favorite existing gowns. Enjoy.

Regency look with picnic basket, cream cotton voile with gold embroidery, puff sleeves, empire waist, day dress. Inspired by fashion plates from the early 19th century (1800-1815). Tutorial for the straw bonnet is on my page!

How very Jane Austen, and I love it...shortened and it would be such a cute summer dress

Period Correct Clothing to Fit Your Style… This regency bodiced petticoat was rare in period but can support a smaller bust or when a corset is not wanted. This can be a more comfortable alternati…

5. Empire Period (c. 1800) cotton muslin dress with a waistline right under the bust and the neckline very low exposing the breasts.

A journal following the process of making historic reproduction clothing and other unusual projects.

This summer, I volunteered at a Bridgerton themed ball. This really was just an excuse to create a regency gown. While the regency era has never been my favorite fashion period, I always relish an opportunity to test my sewing skills, and nothing spurs creation like a deadline. While it was Bridgerton themed, I decided to create something more historically accurate. I was inspired by the Bennet sister’s gowns at Netherfield Ball in 2005 Pride and Prejudice, which I dutifully rewatched while…

Early 1800s cross between a bra and stays.