Regency Culture and Society: A Ladies Challenge

This anecdote appeared in the 1823 The Percy Anecdotes.  What an absolute treasure this lady was.  Although her advertisement appeared in the papers purportedly in Continue

Regency Hot Spots: Tavistock Street

The Original (1850) Tavistock Chapel, a modern interpretation of Gothic architecture, was situated in Tavistock Street, a popular site for milliners, haberdashers, and ornamental goods. Continue

Regency Fashion: Breakfast and Evening Dress

This plate and description appeared in the January 1820 issue of The Lady’s Monthly Museum. Honestly, I can’t imagine wearing that many clothes to breakfast…or Continue