Victorian dressing gown

Purple was one of the most fashionable—and versatile—colors of the Victorian era.

‘Dressing-gowns are generally made of warm materials, for the winter, as flannels, either printed or plain […] For summer, they are of dimity, calico, twilled muslin, and sometimes, though rarely, of silk.’ (The Workwoman’s Guide, 1840) For my Victorian wrapper or dressing gown I used off-white cotton flannel fabric printed with pink roses and green … Continue reading Victorian Wrapper Dressing Gown →

chertsey museum Tea gown of pink silk satin by russell and allen, cut in the kimono sttyle with lace trim and tassel at the back c. 1908 - 1914. Follow link for more images.

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Woman's Dressing Gown, (Japan, Yokohama, 1839 - 1900), Japan, for the western market, 1870-1875, Costumes, Robe: Silk plain weave with silk and gilt-paper-wrapped-silk thread embroidery, quilted, silk braid closures. Belt: Silk braid with tassels.

Made to order. (Version in photos is a size 40/42 chest and 58 inches long) Emerald green and black damask fabric, It is fully lined with an equally stunning black paisley satin. Quilted black satin collar. With cuff and pocket detail. This is a medium weight dressing gown designed and created by me. Any questions please send me a message. Two outside working,lined pockets. Top stitch detail. Wide, lined belt with tassels (tassels can be in your choice of colour) I also do commission work…