Thursday, March 17, 2022

Textile Reference 1560’s French Gown


For the gown that will be 1560’s French. I am thinking of a blue velvet for this gown. It’s not French blue but is a nice blue but not too bright.  Then with trim and beads as appropriate. The image from Vecellio’s woodcuts shows a jeweled girdle belt, looks like I will be doing that for the English and French and Spanish gowns. The Germany one seems to have one but has an apron in the front, which I do have an idea on an interesting apron. 

Anyway getting back to the French gown. I have a few images for texture and style I think will be helpful in addition to the woodcut previously posted. So focusing on 1560’s to 1570’s gowns and their decorations with the hairstyles. Many French hoods as expected but worn much farther back on the head eventually leading to tapped hair or bun covers the bun of hair pinned down to the back of the head. 

The collar of the chemise is standing that has a starched ruffle on it so that goes with the collars I made for my dolls. So looks like I am starting off well. I have a few more images, I’d like to share that are just great examples of fashion from this time frame . Love the sleeves and the decoration that also goes down into the skirt and hem. Just very thorough design.

 This other one is in a darker color but would easily transfer to other color scheme for the outfit. Love the accessories in this image as well, lots of detail that could be gleaned from this and the other images to make Avery interesting French court outfit do this era. Similar shape yet different gowns based on decoration besides color. 

Planning is fun,

Marrin 

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Tudor Q and A

What is a Tudorosity?

A mashed combination of the words Tudor and Curiosity to create the word Tudorosity. Tudorosities is the plural form and the deffinition is as follows.

Tudorosity- an desire to learn or know anything about the Tudor dynasty associated with years 1405 through 1603.

Most people ask my why I make the Tudor garb ?

I find the clothing of this era not only beautiful but also challenging to sew. There is much more care and purpose put into making garments and wearing garments in the Tudor Era. I love the look of Tudor so much I wanted to explore the way clothes were made back then and the subtle changes in fashion and styles of time.

How did you get started in this interesting hobby?

I started with art first, I love to draw, paint, and sculpt all the traditional fine arts. So being able to draw helps me visualize the looks I want to create in my garb. History has always been a huge interest of mine and I've had a knack for sewing since I was 7 years old. It all started with doll clothes and I learned cross stitch embroidery from my grandmother when I was little. I am self taught sewer, crochet, knitting, embroidery and tatting. My methods are learned from books mainly and there is still so much more to learn.

What is my favorite outfit and why?

It would be like picking a favorite out of one of my future children, its impossible. I love all my gown creations and really like the distinct differences in all the styles clothing I make for the Tudor Era.

Do you make the whole outfit including hat, shoes, and undergarments?

I do have a goal of making a complete Tudor from the skin out. As of right now I make 90% of my gowns and accessories. The shoes and stockings, are bought online and the petticoats are a close reproduction but not made by me. .

How long does it take to make a gown?

It all depends on the type of gown. The making relies on the time period and class of the design. Generally if I work on it 8 hours a day on a sewing machine it will take 3 days to get the basics and another 5 days to do finish hand-sewing details and beading. So a week to a week and a half if working on it steady for that amount of time. I work a full-time job so it does take longer than a week to complete. I put over 40-100 hours per outfit depending on its complexity, its like its own full time job of sorts.

Do you make renaissance clothing for sale or custom orders?

No, due to new employment and changes in my lifestyle. Unfortunately, I have no time to support sewing for others. Though I recommend sewing lessons for those adventurous few. There are many fine folks who make and sell historical clothing. I suggest guidance with sew from many fine historical enthusiastic costumers out on the internet.

How long have you been making these elaborate costumes?

I have been in the Society of Creative Anachronism coming up on my 18th year. Active since 2004 working at demonstrations and volunteering when I could between working and other life's distractions. I really concentrated on Tudor sewing in 2007 and worked with patterns to learn proper fabrics, techniques, fit, and silhouette. I really enjoy the eras transition from a medieval form fitting layered cotterdie to the boned Tudor kirtle and then to structured Elizabethan clothing.

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