Really easy is a loose gown. More like a sleeveless robe. Worn over a chemise, of course, but that can be a white/cream shirt with the collar cut off so just the collar band is on. Tie on the gorgeous sleeves you've made to the armholes in 3 places, leaving the underarm loose. Later, you can make a matching underskirt. Sharon C.
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Aylwen Garden Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2008 4:15 PM To: Historical Costume Subject: [h-cost] Doublet versus Court Gown Dear All My daughter needs a new Elizabethan gown for our Shakespeare Ball in mid-July. I have made the 'most scrumptious' sleeves but with other commitments don't think I have enough time to make a full court gown at this stage and should think about a doublet. When web browsing last night I looked at doublets and didn't see any that had sleeves, they were mostly sleeveless worn over a linen shirt. I'd hate to leave off these sleeves, so am asking here if anyone has seen highly ornate sleeves worn with doublets anywhere. The sleeves are 3-paned purple velvet with couched gold cord, white trim and gold beads. Also on this topic, she does not like the idea of the doublet done up at the neck, and she cannot wear a ruff as she is a musician on the night playing violin. Do you think it ok to leave open? Many thanks, Aylwen _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.2.0/1497 - Release Date: 6/11/2008 8:32 AM
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