I made the "Historically Accurate" Sleepy Hollow Dress | 18th century Gown and Tim Burton Mashup

In which I discuss and show the making of this dress, the sad two attempts at making it in the past, the glory of the Sleepy Hollow Dress, and my plans to recreate it in the future. Also, get ready with me! I show the different layers needed to achieve this look.
EDIT: Hi guys! I just added the closed captioning. No idea why the sound is so slow but I'm really sorry! I've turned off mid-ads so you can increase the sound without worry about the commercials blasting too loudly.
Thank you so much for watching my video!
If you too would like to make this dress, I go into it on my blog here:
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If you have the same measurements as me, the pattern is free here:
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The Original Met Dress: www.metmuseum....
American Duchess on Flippy Flappies:
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Here are the links as promised:
Shift: Handbouncostumes.co.uk
Corset: 1780s synthetic whalebone front lacing corset: redthreaded.com @redthreaded
Split bum pad: @redthreaded
Shoes: @americanduchess
Stockings: @americanduchess
Necklace that I took off (still gorgeous): www.etsy.com/m...
Hair piece by Jenny La Fleur - www.jennysarge...
Movie that I reviewed is “Sleepy Hollow” (1999) directed by Tim Burton
Thank you to JP Thompson for sharing the photo of the museum piece of the Sleepy Hollow Dress.
Thank you to @sewcialistrevolution for telling me about the costume
Thank you to Carol Lara of carollara.com photography for that beautiful shot of my costume
Thank you to Lindsey Hinderer of / lindseyhindererportraits for the great shots of my costume
Thank you to Savannah Summer for the amazing hair and makeup in the photoshoot with Lindsey Hinderer www.savanahsumm...
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[@khali122]

"Can we just have fun?" I think she's got a point here.

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

Definitely! It may not be historically accurate, but I will keep using my polyester threads. I don't wear synthetics, but thread don't bother me and I'm not about to pay 10 times the cost for silk, or have to deal with waxing linen threads. My pirate shirt inspired by Bernadette's video isn't crying for long-lost linen thread :))

[@zuul81]

sewing with the black thread on the black stripes and with the cream one on the cream stripes. The absolute madwoman !!

[@erincampbell7214]

Your Rue icon!!

[@agypsycircle]

‘I was working 80-90 hours a week...I mean, 80 hours a week because that’s the legal limit.’ with that deadass stare daring anyone to contradict you, literally had me cackling! Thank you so much for all your hard work especially during this pandemic 😷! The dress is fabulous and I love how the tail of the bodice covers that black panel perfectly!

[@kerchuansoong]

I really hope “historical adequate” from another video of yours will replace “historical accurate” one day. It’s just a funnier and more inclusive phrase! I love watching you walk us through the process of your projects. I didn’t know I could be in more awe with this dress, but here I am!

[@susanforbes8251]

kerchuansoong I agree! As a second choice, what do you think of “historically consistent “?

[@Sewstine]

Thank you kercuansoong!

[@kerchuansoong]

@@susanforbes8251 That's a great idea too!

[@AdelaideBeemanWhite]

“The Victorians were like ‘oooo, costume!’” For some reason that phrase just cracked me up!

[@Sewstine]

hehehe thank you!

[@vincentbriggs1780]

Wow, I never would have guessed that the stripes on the movie dress were drawn on! So much work for just a few seconds of screentime. Amazing. Your Met version is so lovely, I look forward to seeing the next one!

[@kittymervine6115]

truly lovely and I think of the slave labor of the past with sharpies!!! (well not, I wonder if really old striped dressed DID match or not?)

[@katherinemorelle7115]

Am SO excited for the Sleepy Hollow dress! It’s my second favourite movie costume of all time (my favourite is Rose’s striped afternoon suit in Titanic. The one with the massive hat. I obviously have a thing for stripes). I am very much looking forward to this, and living vicariously through you. I don’t have the money to make costumes for events that don’t really exist where I am. So my sewing is more history bounding for every day wear- and I don’t think that the Sleepy Hollow dress is something I could wear on your average Tuesday at the local shops. Unfortunately.

[@Sewstine]

Thank you! I don't know where I'll be wearing it either but I'm really happy to put them on occasionally and just bounce around my living room. ^^

[@morgannewagner8817]

"I mean 80 hours a week" - Every Resident Ever, 2003 - present

[@emmanuelledorion2550]

“Robe à la frankay” made me chuckle. Absolute gorgeous dress!

[@lulumoon9]

Your dress is SOOOO adorable and your photos are absolutely stunning! Ohmygosh - you historical dressmakers and costumers are making this so tempting...

[@bobbyb626]

Really appreciate your take on sewist's cavalier use of the phrase "historically accurate." Maybe it's possible but you brought up a good point about kids dying of measles and sewing by hand in tallow candlelight. More importantly, your stripe matching and attention to detail with the black and white thread is fantastic! Much of my work has been for theatre, opera, and dance. Although I have the benefit of 40 feet between the stage and the audience, when time permits, I try to use techniques such as your b/w thread and meticulous stripe matching - you never know when you build something if it's destined for a photo shoot one day. I too have used Sharpies, fabric paint, and ribbon to create just the right stripe! Good luck with the Sharpies and make sure to use in a well-ventilated room!! Congratulations on a great "Historically Accurate" dress!

[@fionacreates]

I love this dress of yours, I never saw sleepy hollow but I remember seeing the photos of the gown and I too falling in love. I really love the light and airy white fischue offsetting the stripes of the dress (you are right that it does not need a necklace). Such a beautiful creation as always.

[@Sewstine]

Thank you Fiona!

[@vintxgesappho2114]

I just finished watching Sleepy Hollow, as it's my favorite movie, and I see you posted this! Perfect timing!! 😂

[@curiousorigins]

I'll have you know I was thinking about the dress in the movie, and I think I remembered your version better. Really enjoyed watching this the first time. Will probably be back to watch it again too. Thanks for sharing.

[@hsama]

I love this costume too. Such a dream and I love your historical accurate twist too. I can't believe everyone was so obsessed with this dress and it was such small screen time lol I'm always saving this dress everywhere on Instagram for ideas to make

[@Sewstine]

Thank you! I'm pretty excited to make the film version next!

[@Kay-bt2qo]

You even matched the ruffles up! You are a goddess oh my word!

[@frockups5931]

I like "historically approximate" because you can get as close as you want, but it will never be "accurate". (Hell, even actual historical garments often aren't "accurate")

[@MsTaraRyan]

Your realness about "Historically Accurate" made me click the Subscribe button!!! Love this video and the work is gorgeous

[@MicaRayan]

Woah..the one that you sew based on Met, the structure are very funky... it's crazy, just looking like something people would wear on movie

[@laurelsinger7166]

Gorgeous dress and stunning photos! Love!

[@dawnmariereyes3734]

This was such a joy to watch! I have been obsessed with this dress for so long. It was so fun to hear how you created and the inspiration behind it! Also, the tears of so many interns 😂

[@paperyakuk]

What a fantastic dress! Also really fascinating to hear about the pin closure. I really appreciate that you show yourself getting in to the dress as well. I feel like that’s not something that is commonly shown in sewing videos but it’s a great way to show the construction. Thanks for including it!

[@sangarora1216]

Really enjoyed this informal, chatty video, and I 100% AGREE with your thoughts on historical accuracy and gatekeeping in the costuming community. Also, 17 yards of hemming?!? I love that little fichu but OMG, I will have to master my machine's rolled hem foot before I think about tackling a beast like that one!

[@sandradearing604]

SOOOO U popped up since I follow other dress makers....and I am blown away! when u pulled out the silk petticoat...i died. In the armed forces there is a parka liner that is called a silkie and it is warm and versatile and either camo or od green or black....then I saw that petticoat and I thought...I have to make a silkie (also called a wookie by some for its hygge comfort!) that color! LOVE THIS & can't wait to binge watch you and be a subscriber...you brought tears of joy to me today! TYTYTYTY

[@allysonedwards6549]

The amount of detail and artisanship that went into this process is incredible!

[@junkabella6324]

Subscribed to be a part of the journey into the Sleepy Hollow dress! :)

[@veronicavatter6436]

I always loved that dress in the movie! This is wonderful

[@digitaldgirl4459]

Your dress is fabulous. You look amazing. Love the dressing part too. So many things to put on.

[@hrani]

Hello, hi! Could you please turn on closed captions? Your audio is balanced in a way where it's very low for me and I can't make out anything! (Others haven't commented about it yet but surely there's someone else) Would like to watch this video but I need CC for that. Thank you!

[@unepommeverte17]

oh yeah same, luckily i have good headphones and a good range on my computer. but my computer audio was up at 60 to watch this when it's normally around 20

[@susanforbes8251]

unepommeverte17 same here, I have to turn the volume way up. NBD though, I just turn it back down afterwards

[@wendynordstrom3487]

Agreed! I think she needs a mike. I had to turn my volume up all the way to hear her. And then had to quickly turn it down when an advertisement came on or else I would be blasted into the next room!

[@Sewstine]

Sorry about that! I'm filming in a new location from usual so I think the audio didn't quite catch. It's weird because it was fine on my computer but I am going to fix it for the next one. My apologies! I'm trying to get closed captioning for the video now.

[@bjrnegillarsen1380]

I think a decent lav mic would make life a lot easier for you since it will keep the distance between your mouth and the mic constant regardless of what you are filming.

[@KelseyDrummer]

I'm obsessed with pink and white stripes. I have a bedsheet that I'm terrified to cut up because I need to find the perfect project for it.

[@keishawncameron4085]

I love those photos that you took I think my favorite one is the one where you're just standing there with the gray background cuz it almost looked more like a portrait that's someone's ready to paint.

[@strwbrryfinchy]

The stripe matching you did is sooo good! I love how the stripes come to a V in the back, very pretty!!

[@Lila-lc7wd]

I loved your rant on historical accuracy

[@munka214]

Love this dress. I've been thinking of making the sleepy hollow dress too, except I don't have the patience to use sharpies. I wish you the best of luck with it. 😁

[@ElizArtist]

Wow! You did a fantastic job on that dress! I love it!

[@eilinorrigby4504]

So amazing! Your Instagram's clues on this video coming actually inspired me to start sewing historically again after 8 years ^_^ and of course I could not try a Sleepy Hollow dress too! But I'm actually painting all the stripes *_* wish me luck!

[@e.millustration1759]

i really wanted to watch this, but the audio is way too low, are there any closed captions available?

[@Sewstine]

I'm so sorry about the audio! It wasn't a problem with my computer but it apparently is a huge problem. I'm going to see if I can get some closed captioning done for this.

[@4MaryJaneInsane]

There are already captions... Well I was able to watch it with them.

[@LadyDragonbane]

The captions are a great help!

[@pauln2661]

Mouse over the video and double click on the CC icon to enable closed captions.

[@Ratryoshka]

Christine: flippie floppies My brain: *starts playing "I'm On A Boat" by The Lonely Island*

[@ssg8051]

Gorgeousness and wisdom, what a lovely combination

[@Sewstine]

Thank you kindly!!

[@AlltheKingsdresses]

Yes,the stripes on the original Colleen Attwood gown are Sharpie magic marker.

[@suzettehenderson9278]

I think that dress would look amazing with a black velvet checker with a black and white cameo pendant. Just a thought.

[@SalindaNichols]

Wow absolutely incredible! This is one of my (like many others) dream dresses but is definitely not my skill level yet.

[@Hueltiuatzin]

hi! i'm a little late to the discussion! I absolutely love this dress! Any chance of showing us how you achieved the Fichu? Thanks so much for sharing your work! I'm a sewstine fan overnight :D

[@Sewstine]

Thank you! I actually need to figure out if I still have the fichu pattern somewhere... thank you!

[@bellafriedman4183]

Oh man I thought this was a tutorial lmao still a beautiful dress!

[@edselpretzel]

I DIED at “Even if you hand sewed everything, GUESS WHAT? you didn’t have 5 kids who died from the measles. You’re NOT historically accurate!” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@louisedavis7524]

The photo portraits are absolutely beautiful and like paintings. I hope you have at least one large one in your living room as a portrait. You are so talented.

[@DanielleStJohn]

I am so mad they cheated with the stripes looool

[@LoveAnnKathleen]

I want to see a video of you doing the sharpie

[@AngeliqueJDavis]

How do you sew so many dresses so fast?! It’s amazing 💕

[@Feelicitasy]

What is historical accuracy anyway as Bernadette so wisely asked. I think you looked beautiful in all three versions, each had their own little story and character, that's what makes a garment unique. And if anyone is qualified for breathing sharpie fumes, it's you because you know at least when to stop lol. So excited for the Brunswick video! (on a sidenote, your audio is very very quiet this time, at least on my end. I had to turn up all my volume switches all the way up)

[@Sewstine]

Thank you Feetan! lol I'll be sure to stop before I get too high off the fumes. Also, I've been getting that comment a lot - I'll be sure to check it out on my television! My computer didn't seem to have a problem but I am filming in a new location so it may have fudged it.

[@michellecornum5856]

Ooo! STRIPES!!!!

[@silke4913]

I didn't even realize they used PINS for the front! I wonder why? Somehow I can't think of a reason for this closure method :O

[@rebeccakoch1890]

The corset would keep them protected, and it makes the dress easy to adjust slightly. Also, almost if not every woman sewed, so they would have the pins handy. In modern times, some women use pins to fasten their hijabs

[@4MaryJaneInsane]

Thank you for this very interesting video and all the insights! I am a bit shocked about the sharpies though... Why didnt they use like fabric paint back then ??? I mean to use sharpies must be much more expensive and more time consuming?!? I am very confused! 😂But there must be a plus side that I obviously don't know so please fill me in if you can :) Thank you so much!

[@austinterry2343]

Welp, you were the cutest college kid ever

[@themaxcollective]

I'll take three

[@HAVgiraffe]

is the volume on this video just really low, or is it just me?

[@lafeil]

Dress us beautiful and did you make pattern for the dress? If we making own what pattern would suggest make this similar dress? If planning use same method from movie ( unbelievable), do test swatches to help you figure out strips. Then another idea if have a Cricut Machine, maybe make a stencil ( you going need several of them) that way make it easier. Plus buy air restorator mask that painters use heavy duty work. You are wife and mom plus we do not want see you sick.

[@JoseSerrano-en9ht]

O love you omg

[@RuletheWorldwithsong]

Wait! You’re in Indiana!

[@nevem5010]

💕

[@zarinasmith478]

😍✨💛✨❤

[@rachelace6102]

You might like to open a window when you work with Sharpies.

[@sarahmckee5486]

Girl, I love this video but I cannot hear you!!!

[@sturmey1966]

your volume is incredibly low. I can't hear what you're saying even with the volume cranked up.

[@jennifersims7120]

Please invest in a lavalier. It is super hard to hear what you are saying. And I am wearing good quality headphones.

[@VirtuallyViktoriyan]

A nice sarcastic “Oh sorry, did you have 5 kids that died of measles” needs to be the clap back whenever someone is a jerk about historical accuracy!

[@Sewstine]

lol thank you!

[@agypsycircle]

Or any other disease that people commonly died of during whatever time period you’re portraying, that could actually be interesting yet heartbreaking to research!

[@lornadavis476]

Or a husband who gave you syphilis.

[@meowmeowgrl]

or "Sorry, are you working hard on this beautiful dress for a wage of $14/day?" Are there really people in the community that polices the historical accuracy of people's work? I'm kinda new and all the people that I watch are pretty chill about it:)

[@epif1]

or "did your husband send you to a psychiatric institution for menstruating/"gossiping"/smiling too much/not smiling enough"?

[@sophievanclapdurp]

You’re dress is so lovely. I really like te strip matching.

[@FaerieDust]

I wrote a whole long essay on how much I agree with you on historical accuracy in hobby costuming, but it got so wordy that I started confusing myself with the whole mess of it 😂 but yes, totally 100% agree with you!! Your dress is lovely, and I can't wait to see what you end up making next!! I've known that the movie dress was Sharpied for a while, but I've been thinking - IF one wanted to go for something a bit more traditional than a permanent marker, and one had the patience of several dozen saints, those stripes could be achieved by sewing on ribbon. Tons and tons and tons and tons of ribbon. I can't remember what dress it was, but I've seen a cream colored dress with black ribbon sewn on to make a really intricate pattern all over and it was so beautiful. I'd never have the patience, though, probably 😂

[@Sewstine]

Ribbon does sound like a fun idea! I'm actually getting PRETTY PSYCHED to do it in sharpie though. ^^

[@aaaacarolina]

"we all have this emotional attachment to that black and white striped dress" I fell in love with that dress the minute I saw it, years ago, when I was... 13 I guess? sounds like it might have sealed my fate hahah

[@trenae77]

It's just so bold and eye-catching ... why not??

[@lynnm6413]

I actually think this dress is prettier than the Sleepy Hollow Dress . . maybe you could add a silk ribbon instead of jewelry, to show of your slender neck! Love the fotos

[@doglover1neo]

They do make fabric sharpies. So the sharpie ink stays after the fabric is laundered and there's no issues if you get any alcohol, like from hand sanitizer, on your dress it won't run.

[@mikaylaswansong2204]

Do they bleed though?

[@doglover1neo]

@@mikaylaswansong2204 they shouldn't, to very little. They are inky like regular Sharpies, they are not paint pens.

[@Sonrisaanimada]

@@mikaylaswansong2204 Rachel Maksy did a video (related to the sleepy hollow stripe dress) testing fabric markers vs sharpies. SPOILER ALERT: they do bleed.

[@moonargentum]

I haven't even finished the video yet but "If you don't have 5 kids who died of the measles, you're not historically accurate" is such a great line!

[@Sewstine]

hehe, thank you!

[@JustSaralius]

I think, historical accuracy is important *IF* you are specifically researching and doing experimental archeology type stuff (or just want to learn about history by living it). But I hate that it's become a judgey thing where some people look down on others for not doing that. We all have different motives and goals. Some people investigate and recreate garments with as much historical accuracy as they can and that is amazing and fascinating but there's no rule saying you can't be creative and have fun mixing different ages and styles and techniques. Like Cole Porter said - Anything goes! ;D

[@ginadelfina5887]

I really like your perspective on historical accuracy; the dress is beautiful & it's amazing the work you put into matching the strips & even alternating black & white thread to match the stripes. I hope this is helpful & not unwelcome, but you might like to know: robe a la francaise - said like "frahn - sez" with stress on last syllable stomacher - said just like the word "stomach" with an "er" on the end.

[@ragnkja]

I can’t really blame anyone for mispronouncing “francaise”, because that’s the obvious pronunciation without the cedilla. In order to ensure that everyone reads it correctly, it needs to be “française”.

[@lepeypylapa]

I was kind of feeling bad with myself for wanting to say this... But yes, I think it is nicer to stick to the correct pronuntiation, or one could just say „Saque or sack back“ which is also ok.

[@Jaedeajnx]

I'm so surprised that the front of the dress was closed with pins. I was thinking it would be something more permanent, like hooks and eyes. Really cool discovery!

[@lisadianeetheredge5215]

The dress is stunning! Your obvious joy at the work and final product is contagious. This video totally made my morning, can’t stop smiling. Looking forward to seeing your next project

[@Sewstine]

Thank you so much!!

[@wendynordstrom3487]

I love your attitude! "Come on, guys! Let's have fun!" YES!! I totally agree! Flappy flaps. 😂😂 Awesome! And I BOW to you for finding time to make a dress like this! Between being a doctor and having a family?? Wow!! Plus, you're planning on hand drawing stripes onto fabric?!? YOU, my friend, are a goddess! I want to be like you when I grow up! Fantastic dress. Fantastic video. Hurrah!

[@Sewstine]

Thank you Wendy! I seriously appreciate that!

[@Giulia-lv8ws]

Why are we all so obsessed with this dress?? I don’t even know how to saw yet but I’m so gonna make mine!

[@Sewstine]

Yes! Best of luck Giulia!

[@LixiaWinter]

That's the spirit!

[@aliceofspades]

Gorgeous! Can't wait to see the "Sharpie Dress" too!

[@ginnygriffin2148]

I love the leniency on “historical accuracy”. Like no joke the thought of having to learn so much about how to construct a costume, like the history of it as well as the techniques, before you can even get into it is so overwhelming to me. It’s so nice to see such a beautiful dress and this makes me feel much more like it’s something I could do. 🖤

[@rodentary]

That makes so much more sense for Catherine. She lived in a small town and probably did not go to get new clothes and altered them to fit current fashion.

[@trenae77]

You should be proud simply for the skill and time and pleasure you invested in this dress and its predecessors. And remember! If the frills were popular in the 1760's, it was not unheard of for formal gowns to be passed down over the years! Perhaps the daughter didn't quite have the time, desire, or skill to remove the frills and chose to wear the gown as it was to her own formal gathering :-)

[@alexreith4877]

The c in francais should have a cedilla which makes it an S sound, and the "ais" sounds more like the Fonz saying "AAAAAAYYYYEEE!"

[@HunterDriguez]

Um...so why say something that is misleading in the title? Just say that you are making the dress in the movie as is, geez. I was confused when I saw the thumbnail showing a much earlier style.

[@coolthinghere6853]

the volume in the first half should be two or tree times louder, and the second half louder as well. i usually hav no issues listening to youtube on my phone but could barely hear! the dress looks lovely

[@Asummersdaydreamer14]

The dress is so beautiful and looks gorgeous on you! Thank you for sharing your process and for the captioning. :)

[@emily.toombs]

I got to see the dress in person at FIDM. I was there in school on my second degree in costume design. I got to have the librarian move it around (I no allowed touchy-touch) yes a costume library which includes antique clothes (gasp, eek!) so I got to see how it was made. It’s actually drawn on, so they didn’t match stripes. It was done post construction. Also there are pin strips next to the black strips which makes it pop on screen. That’s how they did that. The movie dress style is called The English Gown (English) or Robe a l’Anglaise (Italian) 1785’ s. The same as the pink met dress with the zone front but included the Robe a l’Anglaise Retroussée styling with the back gathered and fitted back on the bodice. See the Robe a l’Anglaise worn a la Polonaise, 1780-85 at the met. You probably saw it, it is a mustard yellow. As a “historically accurate“ costumer I approximate. None of us are making historically accurate gowns! We just don’t have the materials. Your dresses are beautiful never let the gate keepers win. I’m beyond thrilled with your gowns. We do all have a romantic attachment to this dress. I wanted it the moment I saw in in the now famous (with us) Vogue spread (I think it is vogue I’ll have to check) media teaser. I still have it, I was at FIDM when it came out, yes I’m old lol. I saw it in theaters 4 times in 99’ I was there for that 6 seconds of film. We all have our top five movie dresses of all time that we have to have. I also need Lady Von Tassel’s stays. I’m also obsessed with a dress that Lisa Marie Presley wore in a vogue spread by Tim Walker “tales of the unexpected”, for press on Ed Wood. It’s also black and white striped but lining kind of circus vibes riding coat thing full circle cut with a train. Keep on sewing because you art is gorgeous and inspirational 🖤

[@Sewstine]

Thank yu so much Emily! I have another video where I draw on the stripes - though I chose to do mine before I sewed it together. :D

[@emily.toombs]

@@Sewstine I absolutely saw that video a day after I made this comment. You did a fabulous job ❤️

[@lejenni7591]

I just found you two seconds ago through Rachel and I am so, so happy and grateful because I actually understand your explanations and I really enjoy and appreciate the way you talk about the process that came before and about gatekeeping and I am just rambling but your are really motivating me to get back into sowing and actually make these dresses and skirts that I love and have the courage to wear them! So all this is just me trying to say thank you :)

[@stellaandginger]

I love seeing costumers' early work, like your first version of this dress! It's a great reminder that everyone starts somewhere, and all the imperfections now are just steps in the learning process.

[@lapetiterenard]

Windows open and fan when using all the sharpies

[@rodentary]

I love how u gloss over med school and the hours u were working, like this is no big deal.

[@ThisPettyPace5429]

I remember the 1st time I watched Sleepy Hollow as a teenager, and my reaction to this scene was: *gasp* "THAT DRESS!" I'm 100% here for this!

[@CristyEdith]

This dress is the reason I discovered your work on IG. I love it so much!

[@caseyk.1386]

I love this whole look so much!

[@susanforbes8251]

Do you think you might add the thin green stripes on either side of the black stripe as the note says? Or I wonder if it was green striped and they blacked out most of it?

[@Sewstine]

I was planning on it! I bet it's a filming trick but I bet i'll still make it look pretty cool!

[@kayseacamp]

In the vein of historical and cosplay I would DIE if you made a Violet Evergarden dress. I just love all the clothes in that show.

[@swish043]

Historical cosplay 😍 I would love this!!

[@MuseAndDionysus]

There is something SOOOOO satisfying about how well all of your lines match up. Absolutely beautiful!

[@cjscosplays2899]

Oh Boy! I thought I loved the other dress, but I think I may love this one even more!!! Amazing work!

[@shonitagarcia3222]

So beautiful, yes, it's amazing. I strongly agree, there really isn't anything truly historically accurate. Even history, they recycled older outfits to create their outfits because of cost. Like Scarlet O'Hara with her velvet green dress, making due with whatever she had. I do the same thing too. Not to mention, I'm sure there were fashion designers/ tailors making new dress designs from inspiration of older fashion. Great job overall. Love it. I'm actually not one of those costume designers who fell in love with the "Beetlejuice" dress. But I can see the love of the challenge of such a dress. I do know several belly dancers who have made the 25 yd. Dancing skirt in the black n white stripes. Which I usually design for them and their costumes.

[@nicoleroth3127]

Love your little 'rant' about so called historical accuracy. Thank you! While I think all of us try our best to get the look right, I am a firm believer in plain old pragmatism and with that I'm pretty darn certain that had people back in the day had the chance to take shortcuts and get their things done any quicker using machines, they would have taken that chance. Well, from many surviving garments, we actually know they did. All those unfinished or messily basted seam allowances give me a kick every time; all the hastily done hems, chaotic embroidery or replaced mismatched buttons make my day. Not only because they give me an excuse for not being perfect in my endeavors, but because it's so incredibly human and relatable. So, in the end, one could say that by not being perfectly historically accurate, ironically we are not actually historically inaccurate.