Foundations Revealed

AD| Want to know the difference between a mass-manufactured, fast fashion corset, and a custom design? Our expert Mentor, Lowana O’Shea of compares the two above!

On the left is an Amazon corset, compared with the Vanyanís “Aeryn” style, and unsurprisingly, there’s a massive difference in support, silhouette, quality, and design. If you’re looking to create your very own custom Aeryn corset, Lowana includes this pattern in her online course, “Corset Making for Beginners!” Available to watch in your very own sewing space, Lowana has created over 25 hours worth of video lessons to guide you through creating the underbust corset you’ve been dreaming of.

You’ll learn the core skills needed for all your future corsets, including construction, fitting, adjustments, and finishing, from a professional corsetiere!

Learn more at the link below – plus with the code “foundations”, you’ll get Lowana’s expert advice with a free virtual one-on-one fitting session! (code expires 6 June 2025)

Start here: https://learncorsetmaking.com/online-courses/corset-making-for-beginners/ref/foundationsrevealed/

Have you ever wondered what the inside of an 18th-century gown looks like? shares behind the seams of a late 1780s Robe à l’Anglaise from her personal collection!

At some point in it's history, the gown was turned into a separate bodice and petticoat, and the outer is constructed in silk with a linen lining. Sophia found the bodice has been b***d with baleen, with the center front bones placed at the internal lacing strips possibly made from iron.

If you would like to check out some more swoon-worthy images of this gown and read about Sophia's recreation of this piece, the two-part article series is available in our archive now! Membership starts at just £20 per month - head to the bio to get started!

If you're looking for a fabulously effective last-minute project before heading off to Fêtes Galantes this year, we have the perfect project in mind!

Chantal Filson shares how to create 18th Century placemat bergere hats in a two-part article series, available on the FR site now! We cover how to create two styles of hat, including how to create a buckram crown, trimming your hat, and creating the perfect 18th century shape!

This article is available to FR members now! Membership starts at just £20 per month - head to the link below to get started!

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🧵Meet the Makers🧵

We have some inspo to start your week off! 🤩This stunning gown was created by our Chief Operations Officer, Christina, for this year's Prior Attire Victorian Ball.

Based on the pictured fashion plate from the 1870s, the gown has some incredible embroidery, which Christina created with an embroidery machine.

You can find more of Christina's lovely work on Instagram at