Mid-1820's to Early-1830's Cream and Pink Cotton Day Dress

Late '20's to Early '30's Cream and Pink Cotton Day Dress

This dress was originally intended to be a similar style to my cream print day dress mid-to-late 20's style, but once it was finished I decided it looked more early 1830's, especially because of the full gathered skirts - from what I've seen, 1820's skirts usually were flat or mostly flat in the front, making use of gores to add fullness at the hem. The style is a very simple one. The lining of the bodice is darted and the outer fabric gathered done instead of being darted. The sleeves were my first successful attempt at a moderately sized gigot sleeve. The skirt is made of three rectangular panels. The front skirt is lightly gathered just below the bust gathers, is smooth at the sides and is heavily gathered in the back. The hem is finished with a hem facing. This is definitely one of my favorite dresses to wear. I love this style so much and it is a practical one for every day use. To see a comprehensive dress diary detailing the construction of this dress, please check out the dress diary page here on this site.

In these pictures, I'm wearing the dress with my modified mantua maker stays (made with a more nipped in waist and longer bust gussets for a later look), a chemise and a cotton petticoat. Plus, just for fun, :) a hair wreath made of wire and silk flowers and leaves. To make one of your own, please visit the tutorial page on this site.