Plans!

[tayloropolis]

Oh right, Costume College!  I thought that was like 7 months from now, but it turns out it is just around the corner!  Fun fact:  100% of my costumes, fabric, and sewing supplies are totally inaccessabile in the back of my storage unit!  YAY

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[blackcat452]

It's German renaissance. Look up painting by Lucas Cranach for ideas.

[tayloropolis]

Oooh thank you! Very helpful!

[bauhausfrau]

[nuranar]

I love this idea! I think it is a German 16th century gown, like from that one artist, Cranach. (I guess that's another reason it's totally inaccurate - totally wrong country!) Jen Thompson did a version of the Grey Lady a little while ago (the only reason I remember this!), but I'm not sure exactly when. It's an awesome costume!

[tayloropolis]

LOL. I love how they went all in with their inaccuracy. It is very freeing!

[nuranar]

I know! The ironic thing for you is that I think the bands of trim are *supposed* to be velvet, unlike the floral stuff they've got!

[tayloropolis]

I'll make a more accurate inaccurate costume!

[jenthompson]

It's 16th c. Saxon. There are even some patterns out there for these types of gowns if you want a cheat. I know Reconstructing History and Past Patterns both make them, but I have no clue if they are good or not. Here are some helpful online tutorials: http://germanrenaissance.net/free-patterns-for-16th-century-german-renaissance-clothing-and-accessories/

I'll be wearing my repro of this dress on Friday at CoCo this year - several of us are doing a Harry Potter theme. We could be dueling Grey Ladies! ;)

[tayloropolis]

Thank you so much- this is really helpful! I'll probably be wearing mine to the gala since this may be the only new thing I wear :)

[padawansguide]

Jen's is amazing - I have to link hers to my page, which isn't 100% up to date. But lots of pics and other stuff: http://costumersguide.com/harrypotter2.shtml

[jennylafleur]

This is going to be awesome - you are going to rock the Grey Lady!