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.

Full hour long presentation, including historical context, modern options for both gentlemen and ladies attire, and Q&A

How to tie a Cravat

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

Fob link‍
https://www.etsy.com/listing/248216009/wc-0024-brass-18th-or-19th-century-watch?ref=share_ios_native_control

‍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