
Instead, I took a look at what I had in my closet already, then called upon the limitless power of my amazing mother to see what she had in hers. Together we created something quite period, albeit far from River City.

- a1980s khaki Banana Republic skirt, the construction and length of which resembled an Edwardian walking skirt to a "T."
- a prairie shirt with some embroidery and beading (also from the 80s)
- one brown corduroy swiss waist I made sometime last year
- a wide-brimmed hat from Sheplers, ordered online for small amounts of dollars
- my mother's fabulous blue silk wildrag (or neckerchief as you may know it better)
- and my actual, well-worn and beloved riding boots and spurs.
I was inspired by a book my brilliant mother gave me a few years back, titled "Cowgirls: Women of the Wild West




I found this book to be incredibly useful for western costume from the Victorian through the 1960s - Highly Recommended!
I love it! The contrast between Maggie, all lady-like and elegant, and your wild west outfit is hilarious! I also approve of the non-18th century wanderings of the blog!
ReplyDeleteAwesome, you all look awesome!
ReplyDeleteThat's Great! I love it. You look very "Annie Oakley" :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks, all you ladylovelies! Yes, Maggie looked brilliant...but I was comfy :-)
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