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Here are some examples of The 18th century bonnets that we offer. All styles are authentic and all the colors we use are documented. Please Also check the Ready Made Page to see what bonnets we have available Ready to Ship! |
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18th Century Silk Calash Bonnet |
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18th Century Bonnets were worn by all classes of women, including countless runaway servants and slaves...as listed in the Pennsylvania Gazette and other prominent papers of the day. The most common type of bonnet was Black silk, although other Colors & fabrics such as velvet and linen were also widely used. Most bonnets were made with a large brim at the front, and decorated with ribbon self trimming and bows. We base the style of our 18th century bonnet on those shown in several Mezzotint Satires of the time, and upon a very few extant examples in museum collections. Bonnets such as these were worn for the last 30 years of the 18th century. |
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April C. Thomas- Seamstress |
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Specializing in Authentic 18th Century Historic Reproduction Clothing |
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18th Century Bonnets |
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“Devonshire” Bonnet– The largest bonnet we offer! |
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The “Marie” Bonnet |
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“Grace” Bonnet– slightly Shorter brim than the “marie” bonnet. |
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Contact Us: Studio (717) 292-1383 9am-5pm EST april@18thcenturygowns.com April C. Thomas-Seamstress PO Box 143 Wellsville, PA 17365-0143 |
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Above: The 18th century bonnet that we used to design our bonnet from. |
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Above: The 18th century bonnets that we used to design our bonnet from. |
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LEFT The 18th century bonnet that we used to design our bonnet from. |
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