Who here is obsessed with the 1920s? /raises hand I don’t even know why, but over the years I’ve become more and more enchanted with the Jazz Age. My initial reaction to…
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Georgian Shoe Buckles- WINNER
Out of 43 entries, the winner of the 18th century Shoe Buckles IS….. Lucinda Brant! Lucinda, please contact me at [email protected] to claim your pretty, sparkly prize! Congratulations! Didn’t win the buckles?…
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Ready For the Holidays?
Hi All, I’m writing to you with a couple announcements: Today is the last day to pre-order Pemberley Regency Shoes, for the special $80 price. We’ve sold enough to make the order,…
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A Regency Gown Remodel
When I was in Tennessee, Maggie gave me one of her Regency gowns, to wear to tea…and then gave me the gown altogether. *bliss!* Maggie and me at Tea. This is the…
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Historical Shoes Holiday Wish Cards
Do you wish for a pair of American Duchess shoes for the holidays? Print one of these lovely “Holiday Wish” cards to deliver to your holiday honey: Download the Pemberley Holiday Wish…
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Georgian Shoe Buckles – GIVEAWAY!
As you know, we just released two styles of reproduction 18th century shoe buckles in the American Duchess Shop, so that means it’s time for a giveaway! again! Here’s the prize: Closely…
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Reproduction 18th Century Shoe Buckles – NEW in the shop!
“Fleur” from American Duchess – available now How the heck do you keep 18th century latchet shoes closed? Why, buckles, of course! …but not just any buckles, as I learned. Shoe buckles…
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Pemberley Regency Shoe GiveAway WINNER
Out of a whopping 85 entries, the winner is…… DebsAttic ! If you are the lady known as “DebsAttic” please e-mail me: [email protected] Thank you all for playing your chances in this…
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Silly Little Pemberley Video – Enjoy!
Please share if you like, and help us reach enough orders to run this cute style of historical shoe!
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Shoe Clips – Endless Possibilities for Historical Shoes
Shoe clips are the best things ever. I’ll just come right out and say it. Shoe clips allow you to drastically change the look of a single pair of shoes, just by…
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How to Coffee or Tea Stain Your American Duchess Silk Shoes
Miss Sharon asked me the other night about tea staining her silk Georgiana 18th century shoes. She was reluctant to do it, so I embarked on that journey on her behalf, and…
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CyberMonday SALE Today
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“Pemberley” Regency Shoe Pre-Sale OPEN + Giveaway!
Go forth, merry historical holiday shoppers, and order a pair of Pemberlies, the perfect Regency shoe, for your Jane Austen-obsessed love one, or treat yourself! Pre-Order Now November 25 – December 9…
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Regency Foot Candy
For those of you stateside, Happy Thanksgiving! Since I know the lot of you are nomming turkey and accompanying side dishes, I will be short and provide you with some more Regency…
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A Visit to Historic Locust Grove, 1790
It was raining this day, but the house was no less beautiful. This is actually the rear of the house, with a reconstructed porch. The last day of my Tennessee trip, Mr.…
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A Visit to The Hermitage and Union Station – Tennessee
During my visit to Tennessee, Maggie and I visited The Hermitage, the stately home of President Andrew Jackson. Via I was overwhelmed with awesome, and my only regret is not visiting in…
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How to Tie a Regency Turban
You know those mysterious costuming mysteries that sometimes plague us? How to tie a turban is one of them. If you are practically hair-less like me, a quick and easy head-wrap is…
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Regency Tea and Country Dance Masquerade, Tennessee
Burdett’s Tea Shop was a delightful, old-fashioned place in Springfield, TN. It was absolutely packed with lil’-ole-ladies who took great delight in our party when we arrived. I’ve been in Tennessee this…
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1790s Wrap-Front Gown, Complete and with Shoes
I finally finished the 1790s wrap-front gown I’ve been working on foreeeeever. I will be wearing this gown, plus its accompanying accessories – pashmina, pineapple reticule, and Pemberley 1790s Regency shoes –…
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Shoe-To-Do of the Week: Blue and White Flowery Bits
This week I painted up a pair of Devonshires inspired by an extant pair held in Manchester City Galleries. I used Angelus Leather paints to color the latchets and heel blue, and…