Breakaway Costume
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The Time Keeper
Call for PriceClockmaker Lillie Nesbit is fascinated with cogs and gears, and puts her vast knowledge of mechanical theory into her pocket watches, station clocks, and other essential timepieces. Keeping the trains and dirigibles on time is an art unto itself, and Miss Nesbit is the artist who keeps the sprockets moving.
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Arabella the Alchemist
Call for PriceCasting a striking figure in the laboratory or on the gaslit streets of Venice, Arabella is just what an alchemist should be—the prim and proper scientist on one hand, with the flash and flair of a magician. Pictured here is the fitted bodice (LC153) with removable dickey and 3/4 length sleeves, finished with a long gathered satin ruffle, and with a satin skirt with ruffled flounce (LC154). Order separately or as a complete outfit (LC153C).
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Elektra Everheart
Call for PriceAn engineer and airship pilot renowned in Berlin and Vienna, Elektra Everheart is also an adventurer and explorer no men dare challenge, as she can shoot as well as she flies. Shown here with a pinstriped corset (LC151) complete with pleated ruffle at the bust line, and a skirt (LC152) ruched at both hips and outlined with a gathered ruffle to accentuate the high-low design (LC152), this ensemble makes a fantastic addition to any steampunk, Western, or cabaret closet. Order separately or as a complete set (LC151C)
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Ophelia the Ornithologist
Call for PriceDr. Ophelia Thatchmore surrounds herself with the bright colors and sounds of her bird collection. It is said that no one can communicate with feathered creatures quite like Ophelia, and her command of all things avian is legendary within the Naturist Society. Ophelia’s hat, complete with a nesting feathered friend, is sold separately (LH88).
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The Katy Skirt
Call for PriceThe Katy skirt (LC150) in washable satin, is as versatile as it is lively in photographs. The flouncy flow makes this skirt at home in Silver City, Nevada saloons or dressed up in Gibson Girl panache on the streets of Victorian London.
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The Queen’s Guard
Call for PriceProtection of the royal family from dangers both inside and outside the borders is a job taken most seriously. Captain Theodosia Batterby leads an elite team of scientists and spies to stay a step ahead of villains at home and abroad. Her uniform allows her the high fashion standard of a Victorian lady while keeping to the rigid protocol of a Queen’s Guard officer.
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Baron von Sextant
Call for PriceAs a bombardier and colonel with the Royal Prussian Army, Baron von Sextant made his fortune and learned the skills of his new trade–freelance exploring. Whether by train, by camel, or by zeppelin, the baron’s adventures took him far and wide across the globe.
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Lady Killebrew, Pirate Princess
Call for PriceWidow of wealthy Irish landholder Lord Killebrew, the Lady Killebrew first faked her own death, then used her anonymity to regain her family’s wealth and prestige through piracy endorsed by the queen. Though feared by captains of silver-laden Spanish ships, the Lady Killebrew never lost a taste for culture and finery.
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Astred, the Barbarian
Call for PriceFrom the hills and trees beyond the wall, the barbarians emerge. Faces daubed in blue and red, they rattle axes and swords, raising a battle cry to the skies and bringing fear and trembling to all who stand watch at the gates. Trimmed in fur and bones, the Barbarian Queen Astred poses a striking figure in the din of battle.
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Gypsy Rose
Call for PriceSpinning and twirling, tambourine in hand, the gypsy follows only the stars and those fortunes that come her way. The highlight of the traveling show, Gypsy Rose is always quick to perform, but the twinkle in her eye reminds you not to get too caught up in her dance, lest you leave with empty pockets.
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Fairy Rose
Call for PriceAn enigmatic being, the fairy could act as trusted friend, impish trouble maker, or beguiling foe. Whatever the case, the appearance of a fairy has always meant that you are close to adventure, for lives with fairies are never dull. Mutli-colored petaled skirt and corset are accented by ethereal wings.
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Karena Belly Dancer
Call for PriceAs Ali Baba’s favorite, this exotic dancer could spellbind and mesmerize any Sultan of the desert sands. Padded sequined bra is dripping with beads and trim. Sequined straps are covered with chiffon. Sequined belt draped with beads and trim offers many unveiling chiffon panels.
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The Sultan’s Harem
Call for PriceWorld famous for its beauties, no other harem dressed like the harem of the Ottoman Sultan. Bra has padded cups with metallic trim, halter neck strap and jewel at center front. Bolero is metallic brocade with layered translucent chiffon sleeves. The pants also start with a metallic brocade belt while the whimsical chiffon catches the breeze. The rich gold metallic braid trims the entire ensemble.
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Ali Baba
Call for PriceBy his ingenuity and wit, Ali Baba overcame the forty thieves and became the rich merchant we see here. Includes pleated lame cummerbund and vest of velvet and satin, trimmed in sequins, with matching cotton pants.
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Christmas Carole
Call for PriceHer angelic voice rang throughout the crisp winter’s night. Striking Christmas colors, satin and velvet are featured in this leg-o-mutton dress with ruffle lace dickey. Velvet cape trimmed in fake fur.
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Oliver Twist w/ Hat
Call for PriceOliver Twist–raised in a workhouse then taken in by a band of street criminals, plies his pickpocketing trade on the dingy back streets of Cheapside London before being adopted into a loving home.
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Miss Eleanor DuMont, San Francisco Madame
Call for PriceA regular at San Francisco’s Palace Hotel, Miss DuMont always dressed her very best, lending an air of sophisticated grace to the Gold Rush city’s saloons and hotels. Miss Eleanor was particularly fond of gambling, and routinely bested all the men at the poker table, earning her the nickname “Madame Moustache”.
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The Silver City Corset (with Fringe)
Call for PriceThe girls of the saloons in Silver City, New Mexico were known far across the territory as the friendliest and comeliest around. The saloons along the main street played host to the likes of Dangerous Dan Tucker and Billy the Kid. Outlaws and lawmen alike never stayed long in town without paying a visit to the Silver City saloon girls. The fringed corset is also available with lace (LC148) for a more “classy” look.
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Georgette’s Boudoir
Call for PriceTaking a moment to herself in her private room above the saloon, Georgette brings a bit of class and refinement to the dusty railroad town of Tombstone. Georgette could normally be found performing song and dance at the Bird Cage Theater across the street, but if you really wanted to see her at her elegant best, it required an invitation.
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The Black Madam
Call for PriceDora DuFran, the Black Madam of Deadwood, ran a string of brothels in the Black Hills. Her most famous watering hole, “Diddlin' Dora's,” advertised itself as “Three D's–Dining, Drinking, and Dancing–a place where you can bring your mother”. Whether or not mothers were really welcome at Dora's place, her reputation as a madam with a heart of gold won her the hearts of cowpokes all through the Dakota Territory. Designed as the corset dress for all sizes, the ensemble features a boned brocade bodice enhanced with contrasting trim and bows. The lace-trimmed satin shoulder strap is intended to allow ladies to conceal their undergarments. Finally, the mid-length satin skirt has an organza-over-lace, gathered ruffle.
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Jenny Devine
Call for PriceShe’s the one all the cowboys in the saloon wish they could afford. They say Jenny comes from a wealthy family back east, and her tastes certainly seem to support that notion. Strolling through the dusty floors of the saloon hardly seems fitting for the girl in such a fine dress, which features a length-adjustable skirt with slimming, boned corset and a satin and lace blouse with 3/4 length sleeves (LC159).
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Molly Midnight
Call for PriceOne tough cookie for one tough cavern. When midnight strikes this cookie doesn’t crumble. Boned brocade bodice with gold trim finished with matching fringe across her ample bosom and tiny waistline. Satin slit skirt edged with ruffles reveals her charms.
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Jersey Lil
Call for PriceSmitten by the actress/singer Lilly Langtree, Judge Roy Bean named his bar and town in her honor. You’ll be smitten by our Jersey Lil’ with its velvet bodice accented with appliqué and trim. Velvet shoulder straps and open sleeve caps accommodate different arm sizes. Dainty satin bow at the waistline graces the satin-ruched skirt with lace over chiffon ruffle.
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Star La Rouge
Call for PriceFamous throughout the West, this Parisian dancer captured the heart of many a cowboy, gambler, and railroad tycoon. Off-the-shoulder satin dress trimmed with inciting fringe has heavy-duty brocade bodice and satin swags.
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Calamity Jane Undone
Call for PriceMartha “Calamity” Jane Canary was America’s greatest frontierswoman. A no-nonsense professional scout and sharpshooter, she achieved fame as part of her friend Wild Bill Hickok’s traveling Wild West Show. The country’s first female performance superstar, she took the world by storm by combining the fashion of a true Wild West hero with feminine flair. Fitted jacket features cavalry cuffs and extra long fringe epaulets accented with hair pipes, buffalo-head buttons and pony beads. Skirt offers multiple layers of flattering fringe panels. The bodice features a sweetheart bust line lined with decorative bands and leather lacing, which show off this form-fitting, faux suede corset.
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Bad, Bad Belinda Blue
Call for PriceShe’ll match the wits of any man, no matter what he might say, then out work that sorry cuss in the kitchen, corral, or bailing hay! Boned eyelet corset features a self ruffle across the top and piping across the bottom with small white eyelet button down the center front. The faux suede chaps have contrasting suede cloth trimmed with gold metal stars, conchos, leather laces and suede fringe.
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Calamity Jane
Call for PriceStraight out of the Old West comes Calamity Jane, with pistols firin’ in her jacket/skirt combo in faux suede. Fitted jacket features cavalry cuffs and extra long fringe epaulets accented with hair pipes, buffalo-head buttons and pony beads. Skirt offers multiple layers of flattering fringe panels. She adds class to any western, frontier or Indian group setting.
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Pocahontas
Call for PriceA tribute to the Native American, the essence of Pocahontas is captured in this striking Indian maiden. Pocahontas made of faux suede, features white fringe trim with a slimming built-in belt around the waistline. Necklace and armband accessories complete the ensemble.
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Caribbean Pirate Bride
Call for PriceShimmering like the sea on a sunny summer’s day, the gold and lace of this form flattering gown set the Caribbean Pirate bride apart. The luxurious finish flashes brilliantly against the verdant backdrop of a Port Royal wedding or in a more formal setting back in Victorian England.
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Martha Jefferson
Call for PriceBehind every successful man stands a strong woman. In this case, it is first lady Martha Jefferson, dressed in a brocade dress with pleated satin bodice inset. Soft lace sleeves are finished off with long graceful satin bow at the waist.
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Indian Princess White Dove
Call for PriceThe great love of Running Bear was tragically drowned by the mighty current as the Indian Princess White Dove swam to meet him. Indian Princess dress of faux suede features a fringed wrap-around skirt. Leather lacing with beads and conchos over bodice and belt. Authentic hand-beaded headband and feathers and conchos.
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Caroline on the Prairie
Call for PricePlain and simple but courageous and graceful, this prairie woman epitomized endurance. Calico dress and bonnet trimmed with narrow lace. Coordinating solid color cotton shawl with a ruffled edge finish off the dress.
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Buffalo Bill Cody
Call for PriceBuffalo Bill Cody–a scout, a hunter, but above all, a showman, toured the world with his Wild West Show. Always outfitted in his frontier attire, designed both to withstand the elements of the frontier West and to impress those back east with its rugged flair, Buffalo Bill captured the imaginations of anyone longing to see the Big Sky Country for themselves. His faux deer suede shirt has a collar adorned with hairpipes and pony beads, alongside a brightly colored front placket. The fitted jacket features extra long fringe epaulettes accented with hairpipes, buffalo head buttons, and pony beads. Faux deer suede pants are completed with contrasting fringe down the side seam.
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Daniel Boone
Call for PriceOne of the original frontiersmen, Daniel heard the call of unknown country luring him as he left Kentucky and in his dug-out Canoe headed for the Missouri region. Heavy twill coat features faux fur collar, cuffs, and faux suede fringe. Worn with Union Shirt and faux suede pants, sold separately.
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Jim “The Killer” Miller
Call for PriceJim “the Killer” Miller was the most feared assassin in the West; his life of crime ended with the murder of famous lawman, Pat Garrett. At his lynching he displayed his last act of bravado, shouting “Let’er rip!” Bibfront shirt features contrast piping and pewter buttons, paired with authentic faux leather chaps.
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Curly Bill Bibfront
Call for PriceWilliam “Curly Bill” Brocius, the most feared gunslinger of the Western Frontier couldn’t be missed on the streets of Laredo or across the Arizona Territory. Twill shirt with contrasting piping around bib accented with contrasting buttons.
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The Apache Kid
Call for PriceNext to Geronimo, the White Mountain Apache scout commonly known as “The Apache Kid” was the most feared Apache of the old Southwest. He led bloody raids throughout the territory. The $5,000 reward placed on his head was never claimed. Faux suede vest is trimmed with decorative bands. Cotton loincloth is fringed with faux suede and worn over self-fringed suede pants.
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Chief Sitting Bear
Call for PriceThe great Kiowa chief Sitting Bear fearlessly led his braves through many battles in order to preserve their land and heritage. Faux suede shirt has fringed sleeves and features decorative bands. Matching faux suede pants complete the outfit.
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Cowboy Cavalry Officer
Call for PriceDestined to become a hero, this dashing cavalry officer’s actions revealed his “whatever it takes” motto. His rugged twill shirt features oversized bibfront and military cuffs piped in gold trigger. Matching pants feature gold side stripe.
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Frontier Shirt (Jim Bowie)
Call for PriceFamous Indian fighter and hero of the Alamo Jim Bowie found comfort in his soft faux suede shirt. This faux suede shirt features 12” fringe falling from the yoke and over the sleeves. Front is laced with suede and creates the rugged look that made women of the West swoon.
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Union Suit
Call for PricePatented in 1868 as “emancipation union under flannel,” the union suit was constructed for just about every average Western man, whether a prospector, farmer, or the town drunk. Our authentic union suit is constructed of red flannel, just like the original.
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Infant Gambler
Call for PriceIn Dodge City or Tombstone or even Wichita, a boy is never too young to learn when to hold ’em or fold ’em…..even if he’s too little to run.
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Brandi, The Pirate Wench
Call for PriceRaised on sailing ships and accompanied by dragoons and brigands all her life, Brandi is forever married to the sea. At home with a sidearm on a pirate ship or with beers in hand as a German bar wench, Brandi’s attire is the essence of frivolity and adventure.
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Pirate Queen
Call for PriceGrace O'Malley became chieftan of her clan in 16th century Ireland, inherited her father's shipping business, and came to be known far and wide as the richest and most daring female seafarer of her day. The Pirate Queen of Connacht, as she came to be known, was even entertained at the court of Queen Elizabeth I, and refused to bow before her. Her garb, flashy but rugged, made her easy to spot on the streets of Dublin! Pleated bands of satin with Venetian lace drape over arms. Satin bows accent plunging bodice, while bengaline overskirt frames a panel of watermark lame.
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Ruby
Call for PriceWhether tinkering with her experiments or socializing at the Academy, Ruby is the picture of Victorian elegance, at home either as a whimsical scientist in the fantasy world of steampunk, or as a purely turn-of-the-century socialite.
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The Conductor
Call for PriceCollecting tickets from passengers traveling near and far, the train conductor adds an air of dignified order to the din of the train station as the locomotive engines begin to warm up. As the steam whistle blows, indicating another on-time departure, the conductor tips his iconic cap to recognize it is time to go. A sharply cut coat, vest with pocket watch and stately brass buttons give him his recognizable look.
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Southern Romance
Call for PriceIn antebellum Charleston, being a proper suitor to a lovely young Southern belle meant dressing the part. As a young man from a high-society landowning family, the Southern gentleman dressed appropriately in matching shirt (sold separately) and smoking jacket.
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Piratess Anne Bonny
Call for PriceIrish pirate Anne Bonny was known for two things–her flowing hair and her hair-trigger temper. Serving both as captain of her own ship and first mate on Calico Jack’s pirate ship Revenge, Anne developed a reputation by committing her first of many murders at 13. Anne fought as an equal, keeping her crew in line with her fast sword and sharp tongue. Her attire reflected her attitude–the heavy fabric coat of a male brigand, cut to accentuate her own womanly figure.