Charlotte Ellis

A deeper look into a c. 1921 evening gown with a unique wrap feature as part of the collection of the New Canaan Museum.

Although the dress does not feature a label, many designers, such as Charles Worth and Paul Poiret created similar design designs during this period.

Many thanks to Parker who helped me research this gown!

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1890s dress with an interested family history- and a peak at a historic pharmacy!

Does YOUR museum have costumes like these?! It’s like history inception!

I am very excited to pull out the 1876 “colonial” costumes that were worn to celebrate the Grand Centennial Ball over 100 years ago. I want to see how accurate they are to real colonial clothes!

Blue c. 1912 dress connected to childrens book author

A BLUE wedding dress from the 1880s

Replying to McL please enjoy my explanation that I cobbled together, i hope this makes sense! If anyone has additional knowledge please chime in :) this is a great edicational experience!

Evening gown worn to presidential inagural ball in 1869 still in excellent condition today!

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Replying to trying to work with what I have, but the jewelry is coming together and I’m very excited! Stay tuned for the earrings!

A little behind the scenes prep for the upcoming exhibit on historic evening gowns

Does anyone have thoughts on this dress and its date because I’ve run out of ideas. I’m pretty confident in c. 1969 but honestly who knows? PLEASE give all information when you donate things to museums haha.