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.