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.

