News from the designer — fashion history
Spotlight on Venise lace.........
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Nothing highlights a neckline or sleeve quite like Venise lace. Originating in Italy as well as other parts of Europe, these intricate laces were originally made by hand and it could take years to complete one piece to accent a garment. Lace was eventually adapted to machines, though they themselves were quite complicated. Simple Pleasures Couture garments are tastefully adorned with Venise lace made right here in the USA. https://www.belovedlinens.net/lace/Venetian-lace-base.html https://owlcation.com/humanities/History-of-Lace-Making https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lace
MY BOUDOIR CAP PLEASE!
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I have been researching the history of the boudoir cap, and I am fascinated by these adorable little accessories that were essential to the proper ladies' nighttime and early morning wardrobe. I have found countless examples of these fancy little caps, and four of my favorites are pictured below....the ribbon work, the delicate laces, the silks and satin.....I am amazed just thinking of the time that was devoted to making one of these precious adornments! For lots more examples visit my Pinterest board "Boudoir Caps". https://www.pinterest.com/simplepleasuressleepwear https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BoudoirCap A boudoir cap is a form of lingerie nightcap that was popular in the nineteenth...
MISS AUSTEN REGRETS........
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I love this movie (and ALL Jane Austen movies!). Watched this one five times this weekend! I am fascinated by fashion history, and that of the Regency era is one of my favorites. I love the empire waistlines, the masses of tiny little pleats all around, the Spencer jackets.....plus all sorts of other details very specific to this period. http://www.susannedietze.com/dressing-the-regency-lady.html The theme of the movie Miss Austen Regrets is her biographical sketch, giving the viewer insight into why she wrote what she did. I am such a fan of this and all Jane Austen movies. I have been known to...
VINTAGE FASHION INSPIRATION............The Peignoir Set
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Oh to be dressed in such feminine finery as one retires to her dressing room.......having luxuriated in a fragrant bath, powdered and perfumed, and now ready for a favorite novel to lull her into a relaxing stupor. Ahhhhh..........this is so me. http://www.shop4simplepleasures.com
Vintage inspiration.............
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"EXQUISITE" is the word that comes to my mind! I love all the amazing detail. Stay tuned for what's new for Simple Pleasures in 2019!