Read The Dress Diary: Attempt #1 (robe a la polonaise) and Attempt #2 (round gown)
The Concept
A late 1780s simple roundgown with lace collar and cuffs.
The Fabric & Trim
Green floral printed silk shantung.
The Pattern
Draped by me.
Bibliography
Arnold, Janet. Patterns of Fashion: English Women’s Dresses and Their Construction, c.1660-1860. New York: Drama Book, 1984.