Vicky Simpson asked if they have the correct period look. It's really hard to say, Vicky, when you're looking at a tiny picture on a computer screen. However, the waist seam on the day dress is lower than the natural waist and I made a mental note to check position on all the other seams too. I haven't seen any photographs of Victorian/Civil Way era dresses with a waist lower than a natural waist, although earlier in the period the waist was shorter.
I say all that, but I don't believe that I'm the be-all to end-all in the research world. I'm sure someone else will be able to give more information. LynnD On Wed, Apr 30, 2008 at 5:27 AM, Sharon Henderson < [EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Oh yummy... 2887 done in grey silk taffeta with gold silk cuffs and > trims would be scrumptious for a Confederate cavalry officer's lady, > now wouldn't it?? :) > > Yes, I'll be shopping come sale time tomorrow.... :) > > Thanks for posting the simplicity link! > > Sharon/Meli > Virginia girl by inclination and carpetbag > :) > _______________________________________________ > h-costume mailing list > h-costume@mail.indra.com > http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume > _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
