The white dress could have been a high school graduation dress. We have a picture of my husbands grandmother who graduated in the early 1900s. The girls all wore white dresses much like what you have and carried large bouquets of flowers. They all looked so elegant.
@ThePixiixiq3 жыл бұрын
The waist tape helps keep the back close to the body, especially if you have a sway back (like I do). It's very helpful! ^^
@anna_in_aotearoa31662 жыл бұрын
Was especially impressed by the extreme care which the third seller (the lingerie dress) had taken in shipping their item, plus the sweet extra they included in the lace collar? They clearly respected the true historical value of the item, & I can definitely see why you would want be a repeat customer for them!
@loverizzato90813 жыл бұрын
It looks like a Victorian mourning shawl. The embroidery is exquisite!
@nicolawebb60252 жыл бұрын
I love that you're planning to continue the living life of the shawl. I know we have to preserve these things but I think it's a shame not to use them too.
@dee-annegordon59593 жыл бұрын
As someone who has no space to even think about collecting antique garments, I absolutely love these types of videos. It's the closest I'll probably ever come to being able to examine the real thing. That black bodice was breathtaking.😍
@colettebramwell-colyer3 жыл бұрын
Omg that lingerie dress 😍 the dress Bernadette Banner made looks somewhat similar to this.
@janisi92623 жыл бұрын
That green walking suit with cute little bolero and stripey silk - I just love it so much! It's gorgeous but also something I could see someone wearing on a day-to-day basis. That black shawl looks machine-embroidered and may be from a later period. OR it was just exquisitely made - hard to tell in a video! I know a lot of people see black Victorian/Edwardian clothing and go 'mOURNING?' But I think that black bodice might actually be a mourning garment; probably somewhere around half-mourning, or late-stage mourning. There is trim and decoration, but nothing sparkly, and the white with teeny black bows (v. cute) is striking some half-remembered mourning wear memories. For the same garment, the waist tape is meant to keep the back of the bodice close to the back waist. I think these were especially helpful in the bustle eras when people wanted that extreme shelf-butt silhouette. Hooks and eyes: I don't think the black ones are replacements! Of course I can't see them as well as you, but using the cheaper, brass ones on the inside, where they won't be seen, and using the painted, black ones where they might peek out the side of the closure, is a very Victorian, cost-saving measure. As you mentioned, this sort of thinking is evident in the green bodice, where the silk is only used where it will be seen, and the polished cotton is used where it will be invisible to anyone but the wearer. (Though honestly that polished cotton is really nice and I'd love something made of it!) I hear you on the white skirt. Theatre pieces usually have large seam allowances to allow for alterations, overcast or serged edges for hard wear and washing, and some EXTREMELY dodgy piecing. I don't know enough about construction methods to come to a decision and I didn't get a good look at the inside. Maybe it was a home-made garment by someone who hadn't mastered their sewing machine yet? A home-made summer skirt? It's probably not meant to be worn as a suit with that bodice, and just ended up paired with it. On the other hand, did you see the "drunk stitching" on one of Bernadette's study, lace gowns? Crooked as heck and tension issues ALL OVER the place. The numbering on it could have been meant for identification when it was sent out to be washed - though, in ones I've seen, there's usually more identifying information and not just numbers. Though maybe that's a house number? Whether it is original or not, it's still quite nice. (Note: snaps were patented in 1885.) This pile of disjointed thoughts is to say: Don't immediately discount it as a later addition, but, given the evidence, it's completely understandable to be suspicious. Honestly, I'd like a closer look because now I'm EXTREMELY curious! Oooooh, a lingerie dress! Those pintucks are TINY! Remember what I said about the drunk stitching on one of Bernadette's study pieces? This dress shows the same thing, especially on the bodice! You're probably right that it was made for a young woman, but I also want to state that I had a 25-inch (63.5 cm) waist (uncorseted) until I was about 26 years old (and contracted Lyme disease which killed my energy levels.) Some ladies are just noodles.
@christineholbrook11072 жыл бұрын
What a moment when you revealed the green suit . You could feel the history and the time that's passed .Incedible too see how it was made . Just loved them all . Nobody will want to keep today's clothes for a 100 years , unless of course the' re couture . Thankyou for showing us your wonderful purchases.x
@nataliestanchevski46283 жыл бұрын
Stunning! If you don't already have one I recommend getting a clothing moth trap just in case there are eggs on your wool pieces. The last thing you want is an infestation, believe me I know!
@BoundlessEyes Жыл бұрын
'She is damaged, lol. Relatable.' SO relatable. Also, SQUEE Elliot Wardian suit!
@thecupthatcheers97633 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, that black bodice is so nice! The condition is amazing! I bought a much simpler black silk bodice this summer that was also in basically perfect condition. It's so surprising when you find something made of silk, that isn't shattered or split at all.
@michellecornum58563 жыл бұрын
I think the green skirt is my favorite, but that black and white blouse is SO perfect. The skirt I know I can reproduce. {crap, another thing to add to my list} These are all so wonderful.
@juliemiller9258 Жыл бұрын
When I first arrived at college, I was gathered up to wear 2 tiny old dresses for a fashion show for the dinner banquet for scholarship recipients of a women's business group. They had rules, and I fit! I had to have 2 inch clearance in case I sneezed, but I did not sneeze. The outfit that blew my mind was a suffragette outfit. Blouse, Jacket, and skirt and boots! This was some 45 or so years ago, but it was like stepping into history.
@calicolyon3 жыл бұрын
I love that you are fixing the shawl
@mygreenfroggy3 жыл бұрын
Maybe these would be good for making sketches of all the construction and how it would have looked, like a fashion sketch with instructions? And then maybe sealing them in a frame for protection like a work of art.
@olivetreewoman3 жыл бұрын
The green bodice! Oh, my gosh that is so cool to see pinked details like that! It answers some construction questions I had. Thank you so very, very much for sharing these pieces with all of us!
@CraftsyPenguin3 жыл бұрын
such a happy video! Great to see you enjoying this and showing us the details. I love how the pintucks flare into the skirt on the lingerie dress.
@devh61683 жыл бұрын
These pieces are STUNNING!!! So happy they've found a happy home with you....
@penneyburgess54313 жыл бұрын
It would be wonderful to get the dimensions of these outfits and recreate the patterns to size them for those of us who still dream of wearing such beautiful clothes. Learning all the techniques of hand stitching (the lace work on the white dress 🤯) embroidery and bead work (black and tan piece and that amazing shawl)and boning. I can dream.
@sharonwerner24193 жыл бұрын
Those garments have landed in the best lap they could have.enjoyed your enthusiasimn as much as unboxing.
@hannahgreen6813 жыл бұрын
As pretty as that black one is, and the bows X3 I would say that the green wool one was just amazing. I know you can't put them up as you don't have a dress form that will fit but I would love to see how it would look. It is quite inspiring me, I really want to see if I could replicate it. You have made amazing finds and I do hope that you share more with each one in the future.
@marthabenner65283 жыл бұрын
That is so cute. That little piece of what you suspect is corduroy on the hem. I suspect is a dust ruffle they are put there to protect the hem and they used to take it off when I got worn out or to dirty. On that black suit jacket, are those buttons? beads? or knotted tassels? I inherited one of those dresses, it was my grandmother's grandmother's wedding dress, my grandmother diet 93 4 or 5 years ago both she her mother and her grandmother married late, and my mother was 40 when she had me, her eighth child but not her last, so I don't know the exact age of the dress but rough calculations it really old. And I won another one in a silent auction at our local second hand store, which is basically an antique store, I spent way too much on it too.
@wannadonna10742 жыл бұрын
I am so happy to see how excited you are. The garments are beautiful! Congrats!💗
@pickledequity3 жыл бұрын
You could always try to store the outfits like antique kimono, there is a practice of storing kimono in tato-shi washi storage papers with strings and or other methods similar. Some Japanese don't have a lot of space but require many items to dress in kimono that need to be protected and stored in very humid and small areas. I think giving their methods a look over you might find a way to make it work for yourself if you are working with limited space.
@debbiesoleildierkes76023 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your very dear excitement, you gave me good cheer. The garments are all amazing and I enjoy seeing all the construction details. So fun!
@DipityS3 жыл бұрын
I adore them all - the beautiful blackwork embroidery on the shawl is still intact - and the lingerie dress is exquisite and I completely understand your cooing over your precious 😊 My favourite is the first light green - the colour and the work - those sleeves! It's gorgeous! Your camera picked up an impressive amount of details and allowed me to understand the quality of material used.
@paperyakuk3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful collection of items! Thank you for sharing your joy with us. I’ve got a collection of ex-theatre reproduction costumes and one or two original pieces from the 30s but I might just be tempted to look on eBay now 😅
@EverythingOnIce223 жыл бұрын
Everyone take a drink of water whenever she says 'stunning' 😆 We'll all be well hydrated by the end of the video
@Devanrealness2 жыл бұрын
😍😍😍 Thanks for sharing!
@jerahyassine31923 жыл бұрын
They were all amazing! I loved the first one! I loved the contrast between the wool and the lacey bits.
@TheMetatronGirl3 жыл бұрын
I think you’re the best kind of weird. Besides, normal is boring. Thank you for sharing your acquisitions with us! They’re so pretty!! That lingerie dress was just swoon-worthy, and the bows on the black bodice were indeed adorable. The construction on the green skirt and bodice is really interesting and they’re so cool! I can almost picture her up and moving around. May life bring love, light and blessings to you and yours.
@New_Wave_Nancy3 жыл бұрын
I don't think any of us subscribed to Cat's channel would find anything at all weird about her excitement over these garments. We're weird in the same way.
@saymyname24173 жыл бұрын
@@New_Wave_Nancy - You beat me to that. I find Cat's reaction quite understandable. Because I wouldn't feel ANY different... 😁 !
@annebigelow40963 жыл бұрын
Lace collars are multipurpose- they can be worn with almost anything, or by itself as jewelry!
@rachelfloyd58653 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable! Also, the back view of your video is pretty cool today! OMG!! That black shawl embroidery! LOVE IT!
@woodenkat89713 жыл бұрын
I want a really good pic of the embroidery to just look at.
@ourancestralhomestead3 жыл бұрын
I do not share your love for buying old clothes, but I love how happy and excited you are:)
@canucknancy42573 жыл бұрын
So pretty. Glad you found something that you adore. Thanks for sharing
@robintheparttimesewer67983 жыл бұрын
Wow all the pieces are stunning!!! I’m happy for you!
@mgam95013 жыл бұрын
I really do hope you are going to make a copy of the White cotton dress it would be amazing
@traciasmith15423 жыл бұрын
I believe the black and white bodice is actually a 2nd year mourning bodice. it's skirt would have been black also. I believe your black shawl would be used for both 1st year and 2nd year mourning.
@alisiaeve3 жыл бұрын
Omg that last dress! I was coveting those pintucks too!! I'm so glad you were the one who got it 💖
@Gravuun3 жыл бұрын
Im glad these garments are in such good hands now :)
@alinaruff65403 жыл бұрын
Very stunning pieces 😻. Will you going to recreate some of them? I would love to see it.
@judithgreenwood62472 жыл бұрын
Lovely things. It was inspiring to see them.
@catherinejustcatherine17783 жыл бұрын
Beautiful treasures. Tysm for sharing!
@agimagi21583 жыл бұрын
Just commenting for the algorithm! Truly lovely pieces!
@lisa8a8e3 жыл бұрын
stunning!!!
@jkabholat3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your excitement as much as the articles.
@julieedwards69373 жыл бұрын
Fascinating, I’m so pleased to see garments like this survive
@gerileemakes3 жыл бұрын
It was fun to see these. And your excitement was so cute! ❤
@xCielorosax3 жыл бұрын
Those garments were gorgeous! It’ hard to pick a favorite, lol. I love the little pin-tucks though, it gives it such a nice touch.
@AliensWearSunglasses3 жыл бұрын
Oh that shawl
@theculteredvulture133 жыл бұрын
So many lovelies!!!
@killamoosdraree7303 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing these with us! They are all so gorgeous.
@bookhoarding3 жыл бұрын
I loved watching this unboxing with you! Thank you for sharing these insights and such cool footage.
@iSharShar3 жыл бұрын
26:20 SQUEEEE SO WORTH THE SUSPENSE
@marthabenner65283 жыл бұрын
I haven't actually asked an expert on how it affects old garments, but there's ways to use cedar oil sachets for keeping moths out of your clothes and your dressers and closets, it's more gentle and smells better than mothballs. I have also heard that lavender works but I don't know how that stands up to long term storage. That's if you don't have an old cedar chest.
@lesleyharris5253 жыл бұрын
Hi, I looked at each piece and thought that's my favourite, they are all beautiful.💖
@ushere57913 жыл бұрын
cat, dear, your finds are exquisite. i am so happy you have them! and i'm sure they're happy you have them, too. enjoy them in the best of health!
@dragontearsoflove3 жыл бұрын
I see what you mean...there is no black trim on that skirt...and that waistband looks quite modern.
@mousee233 жыл бұрын
The dress is so see through. This surprised me
@kirstenpaff89463 жыл бұрын
Pretty!
@believeinfaeries87133 жыл бұрын
So pretty! Can't wait to see your work on the shawl!
@meamela98203 жыл бұрын
When you talked about the boning cases being slightly larger than the boning, did you mean that it is supposed to be wider or longer or both? Gorgerous pieces!
@CatsCostumery3 жыл бұрын
I meant longer, sorry! But they are also usually a little wider than the boning :)
@alinaruff65403 жыл бұрын
I have a theory about that lingerie dress. As you said it may be worn by a little girl. The insertion lace could be added gradually because the wearer had grown an the dress become to short.
@pippaseaspirit4415 Жыл бұрын
Mending the shawl looks as though it will involve re-weaving for a really good mend. That should keep you busy for several months!
@Bygone_Wardrobes3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous pieces! Thanks for sharing 😊
@flowerchild7773 жыл бұрын
Incredible😍 I'm so happy for you
@diamondslashranch3 жыл бұрын
You did so well beautiful items!
@SmithCaro Жыл бұрын
Imagine someone is watching this not realizing that this was worn by their great, great grandmother ... 😮
@saymyname24173 жыл бұрын
Have you ever done a Victorian lingerie dress?! If not, you should make one for yourself (probably modelled after the one you just purchased). And film it. OF COURSE 😊 !
@delanocarson75443 жыл бұрын
This was a super fun video but I was having a really hard time listening in places because the sounds of the packaging were so so so loud. Especially the crinkling of the paper, I was having to turn down my speaker during those parts :(
@woodenkat89713 жыл бұрын
The lace dress probably is a child's dress. I just made a dress for a 12 year old, with about that waist, and she has some growing to do.
@rachelboersma-plug94823 жыл бұрын
Young girls didn't usually wear floor length skirts with trains, though. That's something you'd expect to see on a young lady who'd finished her education and was out in society.
@thecupthatcheers97633 жыл бұрын
@@rachelboersma-plug9482 the original wearer was probably a teenager wearing her first adult dress; she could have been as young as 16, or she could have just been short.
@rachelboersma-plug94823 жыл бұрын
@@thecupthatcheers9763 That seems about right. I would be surprised to see a full-length gown on anyone younger than 16.
@agimagi21583 жыл бұрын
I just can't stop thinking about the lingerie dress! It is soooo pretty!!
@waterbitten3 жыл бұрын
I love your analysis of the garments, I'm wondering if you got a garment that was a recreation done in historical practice would you be able to tell that it wasn't a "true" extent?
@CatsCostumery3 жыл бұрын
I wonder about this too! I think the biggest clue here would be the fabric, the weight and weave, as modern fabrics just don't have the same handle as historical ones :)
@caoimhenimhuireadhaigh13033 жыл бұрын
The lingerie dress had to be for a teenager, it is so small!!
@margaretfudge99853 жыл бұрын
If you're sure the linen skirt is a reproduction you can contact the seller for a part refund. Honest sellers will want to keep buyers happy. If they don't respond eBay will help you.
@stephaniesews66033 жыл бұрын
Anyone getting Tuck Everlasting vibes from the lingerie dress? The age checks out, I believe the main character there is in her teens, and I can totally picture a girl that age wear that dress.
@sineperil3 жыл бұрын
You are weird, but in the best kind of way. 💙
@ushere57913 жыл бұрын
antique damaged woolen shawl ... anna the @prettyshepherd has entered the chat :)
@roxiepoe95863 жыл бұрын
nice.
@ThePixiixiq3 жыл бұрын
Does the pin tucks on the skirt of the lingerie dress create some sort of pattern? I couldn't really tell from your footage :)
@CatsCostumery3 жыл бұрын
It's not quite a pattern, but they do follow a triangle formation, in the sense that the pin tucks closer to the side seams are shorter than the ones in the centre front of the dress :)
@adriannegentleman833 жыл бұрын
love the lingerie dress is so beautiful, you are so lucky.
@mfg23243 жыл бұрын
😍
@ucfeet12 жыл бұрын
Cat, near the beginning, you say the "inconspicuous packages". That is incorrect. The packages would be conspicuous not "INconspicuous" No intention to be mean just to correct.
@LunaC...3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous haul; out of interest do you need to be careful about arsenic or other poisons used in the manufacturing process for antique clothing?
@CatsCostumery3 жыл бұрын
For sure! That's definitely a concern. It's always a good idea to check what colour dyes were used, when and how, though that information can be a little hard to find. In general, green deserves care - but I think earlier pieces only, the Edwardian suit should be fine :)
@janeww27833 жыл бұрын
I love your videos and maybe it is just me but the tissue paper crinkling sound is so loud I can't hear anything else. I know you need it to keep the garment safe. . . I just wonder if there is a way to get the mike closer to your mouth and less of the crinkley paper sound. . . I had to practically mute it to tolerate it. . . . :/
@IJUSTNEEDASTUPIDUSERNAME3 жыл бұрын
Same, I had issues with the audio in the last couple videos as well. Hope she addresses this