1550s Venetian Gown
The Concept
A 1550s Venetian gown in blue and copper silk damask and lots of gold trim. In other words, another Bella Donna dress is a new colorway!
The Fabric & Trim
Blue and copper silk damask, gold metallic trim.
The Pattern
Draped by me.
Useful Links
Bibliography
Arnold, Janet. Patterns of Fashion: The Cut and Construction of Clothes for Men and Women, c. 1560-1620. New York: Drama Book, 1985.
Arnold, Janet, Jenny Tiramani, Santina Levy. Patterns of Fashion: Cut and Construction of Linen Shirts, Smocks, Neckwear, Headwear, Etc. London: MacMillan, 2008.
Landini, Roberta Orsi. Moda a Firenze, 1540-1580: Lo Stile di Eleonora di Toledo e la Sua Influenza. Firenze: Pagliali Polistampa, 2005.
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- Veronese – Woman Holding Gloves, 1550-60 (via Realm of Venus)
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- …but more of a falling ruff, like this.
