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    CHARACTERISTICS OF A 1700s HABIT

     

    - Women's riding habits imitated men's attire

     

    - The skirt was full at the waist with a straight hemline

     

    -The bodice was close fitting, high waisted and often pleated at the back of the jacket

    CHARACTERISTICS OF AN EARLY1800s HABIT

     

     

    - Early 1800s gowns consisted of an underdress with a jacket

     

    - Petticoats were worn under the habit

     

    - The skirt is straight cut and hemmed. The skirt was not particularly full at the waist

     

    - The skirt was carried or tied up with a series of tapes and tabs

     

    - Styles often imitated military uniforms

     

    - During the 1820s fuler skirts returned and sleeves puffed

     

    - During the 1830s drop shoulder sleeves appeared with larger peplums

     

    - later long basques and peplums appeared

    Period correct Side Saddle Habits

     

    Of all the sewing I do, riding habits are my favorite. Every riding habit is special. Like my hats, each one takes on a personality of it's own as it is being assembled. I am proud of all of my habits and strive for the best quality possible. Along with many, many hours of research, my daughter and I both ride side saddle so I am very aware of what does and does not work. I take great pride in all my gowns. I strive for comfort, historical accuracy ( when asked for), and durability.   The cost depends on the pattern, fabric & trims requested.

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