Robe à l'Anglaise | Trailing Blossoms | 1770 - 1785 MTO Regency Waistcoat making it a treasure trove

making it a treasure trove for sewing

gaberdine weaves were favored for garments that needed to look polished and wear hard over time

Cuffs and pocket flaps were frequently devoid of buttonholes

and they had an extraordinary tale to tell

and more were popular in an era so dependant on ships for transcontinental travel and trade

Robe à l'Anglaise | Trailing Blossoms | 1770 - 1785 MTO Regency Waistcoat making it a treasure troveThe Robe lAnglaise was a fashionable and versatile gown style worn throughout the 18th century, known for its fitted bodice and elegantly pleated back. This gown is made from Trailing Blossoms reproduction fabric from Colonial Williamsburg, a vibrant 100% cotton textile inspired by historic prints in The Colonial Williamsburg Foundations collection. The bold floral motif, set against a warm cream background, reflects the influence of imported exotic