18th Century Gown

Back view of an 18th century dress I patterned and contructed for She Stoops to Conquer. The blue stripe is an upholstery fabric, and the gold sheer engagents are actually curtain sheer. The overskirt is made from 7 yards of fabric, backpleated into the waistband. The polonaise effect is achieved by cartridge pleating, reinforced with heavy twill tape.