Post Edwardian Costumes

Based on the author’s love of history, language, PBS, Great Britain, and all things Downton Abbey, the Downton Lexicon Primer is a fun and informative guidebook to the idioms, axioms, phrases, and vocabulary of the early 20th century, British vernacular as heard episodes of PBS’ hit series Downton Abbey.

Harrison Fisher's portraits of healthy, poised, active, and confident women set the standard for the concept of American beauty during the early years of the twentieth century. The artist enjoyed enormous popularity from 1905 to 1920, serving as a judge in nationwide beauty contests and maintaining a celebrity status that was unparalleled for an illustrator. This original publication recaptures the images that made Fisher famous, compiling his very best black-and-white and color illustrations f... [Read More]

About this Victorian maxi dress This is a stunning  Titanic dress in black. It is a long medieval style lace dress. The dress has sheer lace half sleeves and matched bow belt,which makes you look sexy out of elegant. It is a Vintage Gothic Victorian half Sleeve maxi Lace Dress. Perfect goth wear for festivals or every day! FEATURES: Pull on closure Half Sleeve V-Neck Sheer sleeves Matched belt is not removable Lilac lining is made of cotton,comfortable Brief Introduction of PJ Menswear: These p... [Read More]

Mens black cotton tailcoat style jacket, with unique cutaway front which gives the appearance of a vest being worn beneath the coat. Fastening at the front with 5 snap fastenings, with classic notched lapels featuring decorative snaps. Long pointed split tail to the rear, plus with decorative strap at the back. Small: Recommended for Chest 36" - 38". Medium: Recommended for Chest 39" - 41". Large: Recommended for Chest 42" - 44". X-Large: Recommended for Chest 45" - 47". 2X-Large: Recommen... [Read More]

Pretty 1920s Gatsby V neck dress, inspired by the glamour of the 1920s Great Gatsby era. From the bust to knee, it is covered with elegant beads and sequins embellished flower pattern. The long fringe swings beautifully during walking or dancing. At very reasonable price, good to wear on any occasion like party, engagement, 1920s themed party, wedding, dancing, social event, birthday and prom party.

Sewing Pattern -1887 Cheviot Dress with Braid Trimming Pattern. Size: 40" Bust - 27" Waist. Pattern does not include foundation skirt. This model was made of one material throughout, and is suitable for any of the new winter woolens either in a plain or in a checked fabric. It is trimmed with braded ornaments composed of wool soutache edged with silk cord. A plastron of braid is on the front and back of the waist, the collar is of braid, and scrolls trim the sleeves and the slashed sides of the ... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - 1901-1909 Edwardian Dip-Waist Belts Pattern. In this pattern are 3 different belts popular during the Edwardian era or 1901-1909. All are lower in the front and high in the back to help give the "dipped" front waist effect that is so typical of the period. View B is rounded in the front, with a slight downwards point at the back. View A is pointed at the front, and with an upwards blunt point and a slight point downwards at the back. Both styles close with hooks and eyes at the ... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Edwardian Underwear Pattern. This Edwardian Underwear pattern includes a Chemise, open French Drawers and Corset Cover. The chemise has a square neck and gathers onto a yoke, at both front and back. The drawers can made with a round leg or shaped leg rising to a point on the outside. A straight ruffle can be added to either of the leg styles, or a handkerchief flounce can be added to the shaped leg. The corset cover can be made with ruffles across the front, or left plain. It ca... [Read More]

VIJIV Clothes Size chart: S = USA Size Small M = USA Size Medium L = USA Size Large XL = USA Size X-Large About VIJIV: VIJIV is a 1920s/Gatsby/Flapper 1920s style dress and fashion jewelry flapper headpiece designer and manufacture. We focus on clothing and accessories for women with a very luxury and classic style, at accessible prices. We have never stopped remodeling more 1920s dress into trendy market which satisfied our customers. Vijiv Committed to high quality for the purpose o... [Read More]