Dressing in Regency doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Lena provides a full presentation of what was actually worn during the Regency, and how to make or find modern items to match the look. Recommended items from the presentation listed below.
Resources and Links
Here are my recommendations from the presentation, and for products from sources like Amazon, Ebay, and Etsy. Note: I am affiliated with some of the resources below; feel free to look and see what best works for you!
Empress Josephine tiara
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1812648526/gold-crystal-wedding-tiarapearl-bridal?ref=share_ios_native_control
Regency Jewelry
https://www.etsy.com/shop/inthelongrun
https://www.etsy.com/shop/SignoftheGrayHorse
https://www.etsy.com/shop/damesalamode
https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyDetalle
https://www.etsy.com/shop/QueenandCavendishEU
Jewelry and more
https://www.thebohemianbelle.com/p/store.html?m=1
Stockings and more
https://www.etsy.com/shop/PennyRiver
A chemisette (reasonably priced)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1833776626/regency-chemisette?ref=share_ios_native_control
Bonnets ribbons and more
https://www.timelytresses.com/store/c23/1795-1819.html#/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MissBenfordsEmporium
More $$ Bonnets but worth it: https://shocking-bad-hats7.mybigcommerce.com/
Patterns
https://www.figleafpatterns.com/index.html
https://sunflower-orchid-ptr4.squarespace.com/shop/regency-era
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlackSnailPatterns
Stays and patterns for stays: https://redthreaded.com/
Dressing for the Ball
Amazon Wishlists Curated by Lena
Gowns: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/JZOMCRVL6SPV?ref_=wl_share
Accessories (jewelry, hair, and tiaras): https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11ADZ6NNX8PFV?ref_=wl_share
Gentlemen’s attire: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1184DP5QL84F9?type=wishlist
Additional Resources: Feminine Fashions
Why Regency is the Best Era for Beginners
https://youtu.be/U3WsQUtPolU?si=XLs-JRnIoBOxjQ-X
How to make a Regency Beret :
https://youtu.be/sVaJ4wTW3Mk?si=gfrM8tr5P1l34IOi
Sleeveless Chemise stand-in (S,M,L only)
https://a.co/d/f09Fg2i
Stockings
https://a.co/d/1PQ2KHR
Pink satin square toed ballet flats
https://a.co/d/dYAPalV
Off-white matte ball gloves
https://a.co/d/cH35PlC
Faux leather colored gloves
https://www.amazon.com/Clothing-Shoes-Jewelry-DooWay
Comfortable flats recommended by Lori
https://www.amazon.ca/Naot-Bluegill-Bordeaux-Reptile-Burgundy/dp/B0756HQBH7
Additional Resources: Masculine Fashions
Cravat tying – Dressing Mr. Knightly, Regency Rum Bluffers
https://youtu.be/7tLVz0cCXU0?si=QN9yTPxZ1nYOWQo9
4:10-4:42
How to tie and make a Regency Cravat; 5 Different Knots, Zach Pinsent
https://youtu.be/Q4jQnMRsBSU?si=xUoqVWveO9Tsxdxq
Dancing Shoes
Black leather Naturalizer. ballet flat
Come in wide widths. For men, size up 2 sizes.
Round toe: https://a.co/d/8KW5xBQ
Square toe: https://a.co/d/8pU9bit
Stockings: https://a.co/d/azbeiO4
Braces: https://a.co/d/azbeiO4
Small businesses specializing in readymade and custom historical clothing and accessories
https://stitchinaddictionshop.com/
https://mattionline.com/
https://virgilsfinegoods.com
https://www.thebohemianbelle.com/p/store.htmlhttps://www.etsy.com/shop/MrsPapendick
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtisanCostumier
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueLadyCouture
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ThitherRegencyShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlackOrchidAtelier
https://www.etsy.com/shop/PaupersModiste
https://www.etsy.com/shop/HistoricalEleganceSE
https://www.etsy.com/shop/SignoftheGrayHorse
https://www.samsonhistorical.com/collections/womens-clothing-regency
https://wonderlandbylilian.com/collections/regency-era
https://recollections.biz/clothing/Regency.html
https://www.ieiebridal.com/collections/regency-wedding-dress
https://www.americanduchess.com/collections/collections-regency-shoes-and-boots
Resources for purchasing secondhand apparel
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2866131813613909
https://www.facebook.com/groups/theregencytradingpost/
https://www.thredup.com/search/flats
Direct links and search terms for affordable, commercially-produced costumes
https://www.historicalemporium.com/regency.phphttps://www.heruniverse.com/search?q=bridgerton&search-button=&lang=default
https://www.temu.com/-neck-belted-costumes-vintage-puff-sleeve-maxi-dress-womens-clothing-g-601099524937725.html
https://amzn.to/4tfc15n
https://amzn.to/42wBJrf
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=regency+gown
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=jane+austen+costume
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=bridgerton+gown
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=regency+tailcoat
Historically-accurate sewing patterns:
https://www.laughingmoonmercantile.com/search-results?q=regency
https://www.figleafpatterns.com/federalistregency-patterns.html