Would such a thing as a 1530s-1540s ivory colored Tudor gown have existed? Internet portrait research only yields the ubiquitous red and black color schemes. Did the introduction of white into English fashion come only after the Spanish influence of Elizabethan times? I'm at work and away from my textbooks and would like to know before I get too deep into the plan I'm hatching...

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I...I...I can hardly formulate a thought.  I got my book of the exhibition currently at Versailles.

Page 60.  White redingote.  Claimed.

Photo from trystbat 

Resurfacing for a quick hello...and to announce that you can find me at 123 Stripedy Lane, Polonaiseville!

( Come visit me! )

Who on my f-list has made a gable hood? I'm not happy with the results I'm getting using the Tudor Tailor technique. Anyone have good luck with the TT or any other construction method?

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Angela of Burnley and Trowbridge just emailed me and told me she is coming to Costime College! And she is brimging Janea Whitacre with her!!!

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Screw LOST, I have a new shiny to distract me tonight! :D

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( Does anybody have any evidence that non-white pearls were used in the Tudor/Elizabethan period? )

OK, not only do I suck at keeping Sekrit Projects (TM), but I find it impossible to keep my trap shut once I let the cat out of the bag. 

I am SO EXCITED about my Anne Boleyn costume.  I LOVE IT!  I know I probably shouldn't do this...but it's been so long since I"ve been so proud of a costume, I have to share!  I'll keep it behind a cut, if you prefer the surprise.

So, if you would like to sneak a peek at my Historical Masquerade costume...( if you dare, click here for a sneak peek of my Anne Boleyn costume )