Regency Tunic | Green lanterns This enthralling work of scholarship

This enthralling work of scholarship strips away abstractions to reveal the hidden--and not always stoic--face of the "goodwives" of colonial America

Each beautiful housewife is made here in-house with sturdy linen bodies

in the collections of the Connecticut Historical Society

Traceable embroidery motifs and transfer paper

Regency Tunic | Green lanterns This enthralling work of scholarshipA Regency era tunic was a fashionable overlay worn over a gown, adding elegance and depth to a womans silhouette. Inspired by classical Grecian and Roman styles, these tunics reflected the early 19th centurys fascination with flowing, lightweight fabrics like this cotton. Designed to complement the high waisted Empire silhouette this style is favored for both day and evening wear. Change the look of any gown to fit the occasion, season, or mood. The