Sheer Drawstring Regency Gown

I now have a few pics of my new Regency gown. I was pretty happy with it on the whole. It was comfortable to wear.  I don't know why the front seam came out uneven.  I think I'll just put a sash over it and no one will be the wiser. It'd be too much of a hassle to fix. :-)

I also need to redo my bodiced petticoat underneath. I threw something together for the party and it has to be redone.  I need to make it higher in the back too. :-)

Victorian Picnic

I had a lovely time seeing friends at Kat's Victorian picnic (it included Regency and I believe Edwardian fashion as well). I wore my new white regency gown! I'm second from the right with the hat and pink parasol.

Here are a few photos - first a group pic:

Dress U

Some of you may have heard about Costume College, a great Con on the west coast where you can learn about different topics in costuming from experienced costumers - and also wear your own pretty costumes and meet like-minded people. We are organizing a similar costume conference on the East Coast, called "Dress U". The lovely Victoria has done a great deal of work, and it's really happening! She found a fantasic hotel in Philly that looks like they are excited to have us there. The conference will be June 1-4, 2012. All costumers are welcome (though PG rated costumes are requested).

You can find out more info and register via the website:
http://www.dressu.org/

and you can find Dress U on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dress-U-2012-An-East-Coast-Costumers-Conference/147030825370502

Forever 21

Some new earrings and a necklace from Forever 21 - they were on sale and cheap too!

Jewelry

My mom gave me these - not sure when they date too.  They are tiny! I added some links to one end to make it longer, without damaging it.  They give me a few more necklaces to wear with my gowns!