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Copyright 2007
G. Gedney Godwin, Inc.
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Welcome to Godwin's Collection of Ladies' 18th Century
Clothing
Featuring a varied array of both Formal and Informal styles
for the modern 18th Century Woman's re-enacting activities.
This collection of Ladies' wear represents many attractive styles worn during the 18th
Century in England, France, and Colonial America. With the exception of the Sack, all
styles are back-laced. Gowns are adapted slightly for the modern figure, and are made to
be worn with modern underpinnings. Side-hoops were commonly worn with all these
styles; please remember to state if your gown should be cut to be worn with or without
side-hoops.
Outfits are available in the following fabrics as stated in
individual descriptions: Antique Satin; Smooth Satin; or Moire or cotton (Day Dress and
Maternity wear only). When ordering, please give 1st and 2nd color choices, or send color
samples- they will be matched as closely as possible. With Gown/Petticoat
outfits,two colors (in the same fabric) may be requested. (Sorry, no mixing of
fabrics - outfits are done in a single fabric type only.)
Whether you are looking for something with a difference for daytime wear, a custom
ensemble for a Special Ocassion, or trying to find the perfect gown for making an entrance
at the Regimental ball, you're sure to find something to please your personal fashion
style in our selection below!
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18th
Century Day Dress:
This is the simplified version of a period design for informal
everyday attire. The bodice has a square neckline, edged with lace with a "breast
knot" or bow in the center front. Elbow length sleeves are finished with a ruffle of
lace. The full skirt is gathered into a natural waistline, dipping to a graceful point in
front. The gown has a back-laced placket closing.
Price: From $350.00
Day Dress Fabrics:
Antique satin (Dry Clean Only),
Solid color cottons & floral 18th century type cotton prints. Please call for
availability or to discuss fabric options. When ordering, please give 3 color
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Lady's Ball
Gown: This formal ensemble is made
up of the petticoat (underskirt) and gown, the common components of the 18th century
lady's wardrobe. Like the day dress, the ball gown also features a low square neckline and
natural waist. The center front of the bodice is trimmed as a false stomacher with a layer
of lace emphasizing the pointed center front. Sleeves are elbow length with rich, frothy
flounces of lace at the elbows. Bands of ruched lace, called "robings" run up
the front edges of the gown and around the neckline. The petticoat is a full
underskirt with a wide flounce of lace along the front lower edge.
The gown has a back-laced placket closing.
Price: From $450.00
Ball Gown Fabrics:
Antique Satin, Smooth Satin, Moire. Please call for availability or to discuss fabric
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Custom Ball
Gown: This 2 Piece, formal
ensemble is made up of the petticoat (underskirt) and gown. The Custom ball gown
also features a low square neckline and natural waist. The center front of the bodice is
trimmed as a faux stomacher with customized lace and passementarie trim. Gold or
silver accents give added richness to this more formal version of our Lady's Ball attire.
Sleeves are elbow length with elegant flounces of self-fabric and lace at the
elbows. Decorated robings run up the front edges of the gown and around the
neckline, applied with curved or scalloped designs, as befits the style of lace used on
the Gown. The petticoat is a full underskirt with matching lace trimming and a fabric
flounces along the front lower edge. The gown has a back-laced placket closing.
Price: From $550.00
Custom Ball Gown Fabrics:
Antique Satin, Smooth Satin, Moire. Please call for availability or to discuss fabric
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Robe a la Francaise or Sack-back Gown: This is the classic version of the lovely 18th century "Sack-back"
gown,the Robe a la Francaise, circa 1770 The dress has a fitted front, with adjustable
laces over a separate stomacher, and a full pleated back.
Robings of gathered lace edge the bodice, stomacher, and skirt sides. Sleeves are trimmed
with one flounce of fabric and two of gathered lace. The seperate petticoat has ruffles of
fabric and lace.The Gown skirt features inside loops and ties to create the fashionable,
gathered-up, "polonaise" fashion look. Two piece ensemble : Gown, skirt,
and stomacher may be done in contrasting colors, please state color preferences. (Fabrics
may not be mixed- ensemble is done in a single fabric)
Price: From $850.00
Fabrics: Antique Satin,
Smooth Satin, Moire. Please call for availability or to discuss fabric options. |
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Custom and
Specialty Gowns
18th Century Bridal
and Wedding Attire: Godwins
specializes in offering the most elegant styles for gowns and accessories for 18th century
Bridal attire for a truly unique Historic Wedding. Please call for design consultations or
to discuss fabric options.
Shown Below:
Custom designed Bridal Ensemble, circa 1780's. Robe a
l'Anglaise Gown in ivory silk dupioni, with antique lace; seperate petticoat with double
hem ruffles; center view shows train polonaised with interior ties.
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Maternity Dress: For all your
lifestyle needs! An attractive 18th century style "Robe Volante" adapted
for modern-day use for the perfect - and stylish - Maternity Gown. This style has
extra roomy front pleats to accomodate the changing figure. The Gown fastens with a
lace-across front stomacher and has sack-back pleats for additional comfort. This design
is available in both full-length, one piece dress with a center front seam (no seperate
petticoat needed) or as a knee-length "Pet-en-l'air" jacket style with
lace-across front stomacher and sack-back pleats. "During" - there's pleny
of room, and "After" just sew the pleats down for a more form-fitting, regular
style! Photo shown with dress made for wearing panniers. Full length dress:
Priced from $400.00
Knee-length jacket shown with ladies' plain
petticoat:
Priced from $240.00 |
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Gown, Petticoat, Cap and Fichu,
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Mrs. Washington's Gown:
Godwin's is pleased to offer a late-18th century gown ensemble, styled
after the outfit worn by Martha Washington portrayed in a family portrait from the year
1796. This lovely outfit is a classic late-period American style, ideal for portraying our
first First Lady. It is a stylish, late 18th century two-piece ensemble, consisting of
overgown and petticoat.
The Gown has a pointed front and back waistline and full skirt. The Dress Bodice has a
low, round neckline edged with self-fabric ruching. Sleeves are elbow-length and have a
small self-fabric ruffle at the wrist edge. The Gown fastens with a laced placket in the
center front. The gown skirt opens in front and is trimmed with self-fabric ruching along
the front edges. The matching Petticoat has a ruffles of self-fabric trim along the
hemline.
The Ensemble is offered in solid-color fabrics only: medium-weight cotton for an informal
day wear (washable), or, like the original in the portait, a solid-color satin (dry
clean).
Please state 1st, 2nd & 3rd color choices (The original gown in the portrait is
silvery white satin).
NOTE:Solid colors only are available -- Outfit is shown with contrasting
petticoat for illustrative purposes only.
Priced from $400.00 |
Mrs.
Washington's Accessories
MARTHA'S CAP:
Most people think of Martha Washington with a giant mob cap on--she seems to have
favored that style and is portrayed in one in most of her portraits (tho it wasn't called
a mob cap in the 18th century; it was actually known as a Corday Cap). Our version is a
Low crowned cap - a puffed crown and matching ruffle edging adorns the cap, with colored
ribbon around the gathered crown.
Price: $40.00
MARTHA'S FICHU:
The fichu/neckerchief was a favorite fashion accessory, and Mrs. Washington is seen
wearing this item in many portraits. Our "Martha" version is an oversized
kerchief, done in a lightweight, plain white fabric, which can be worn over the shoulders
or inside the neckline of the gown.
Price: $40.00 |
 
Gown bodice showing fichu tucked into neckline, and ruching detail.
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Godwin's "Basic" and
"Colonial Festival" Dresses
For those who require the look of a Colonial-styled dress. This is the
perfect solution for women who are not re-enactors on a regular basis, but want to look
the part for a wedding, historic festival, heritage day, or special event. Both
dresses in this section are very simple in make and fit. They are one-piece dresses, made
to be worn with modern undergarments, with some ease of fit. These styles are not meant
for use with side-hoops - - the skirts are even length all round. Dresses have a
laced-back fastening with a center modesty placket, and there is some size adjustment
possible.
Please note- this dress style is NOT custom-fitted (as are our other gowns), but is
made in regular dress sizes; please be sure to send accurate bust and waist measurements!
Festival Dress Fabrics: Solid color cottons only.
Basic Colonial Dress: A
"no-frills" version for those who want a truly plain, basic dress, wish to add
lace and trims themselves, or prefer to accessorize with a choice of seperate clothing
pieces (i.e. kerchief, apron, etc.) The bodice has a square neckline, and a plain
round waistline. Sleeves are plain and end just above the elbows.The full skirt is
gathered into a natural waistline. The gown has a back-laced placket closing. Skirt is
approx 42" long all round with a basted hem, which can be worn 'as is' or shortened
by the wearer. (Not made to be worn with panniers.)
Please note- dress is NOT custom-fitted (as are our other gowns) ,but is made in regular
dress sizes; please be sure to send accurate bust and waist measurements!
Priced from $130.00
Basic Dress Fabrics: Solid
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Colonial Festival Dress:
This is perfect for historic house guides,or for those who want to the
"Colonial look" for a special event at an historic site. The bodice has a
square neckline,and is edged with lace. Elbow length sleeves are finished with a ruffle of
fabric and lace. The full skirt is gathered into a natural waistline, with a pointed
front, and has a contrast front panel. The gown has a back-laced placket closing.Skirt is
approx 42" long all round with a basted hem, which can be worn 'as is' or shortened
by the wearer. (Not made to be worn with panniers.)
Please note- dress is NOT custom-fitted (as are our other gowns), but is made in regular
dress sizes; please be sure to send accurate bust and waist measurements!
Priced from
$150.00
Festival Dress Fabrics: Solid
color cottons only. |
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