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Dazzling, pretty, and bright—she danced into late in the night. Boned and lined brocade corset with narrow lace at top and wide lace at bottom features multiple vertical rows of braid.
The queen of the May Games won all the prizes in her bengaline dress with romantic gigot sleeves covered with lace, lined and piped with satin. Bodice insert is covered with metallic lace and outlined with sequin trim while peplum has a double row.
Clockmaker 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.
Casting 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).
An 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)
Dr. 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).
The 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.
Protection 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.
As 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.
Rumors and mystery surround Captain Nemo, and no one is really certain what they know about him. His name itself means Captain Noone, and where he got the fabulous wealth it took to build his amazing submarine is anyone’s guess. Even his coat has the same striking and exotic air—a steampunk-styled copper snakeskin coat with black trim (MC179) makes him easy to spot as he paces the halls of his incredible undersea creation.
With his wealth of knowledge of South American flora and fauna, Professor Cornelius is widely sought after by those leading excursions into the jungle to find the lost cities of El Dorado. If you ever want to make it out alive, seek out the professor. You will know him by his smart tweed vest with flashy buttoned flap (MC178).
An avid inventor and accomplished hot air balloon pilot, Dr. Enerator is publishing tales of his adventures in unknown lands far from his native Europe. The Mortimer G. Enerator coat is paired here with the Enerator Vest (MC174), sold separately.
Widow 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.
During the overnight watch on board a ship at sea, the moonlight can play tricks on the eyes of lonely sailors. This is the realm of the mermaid–the playful beauties of the Seven Seas. Her shimmering satin tail is flourished with organza, lame, taffeta, and satin fins, while the boned satin bodice is dripping with pearls and completed with an organza lame shell bra and seashell broach.
Young mermaids grow up in the isolated safety of the lagoon, before they become more independent and go out to sea. Her shimmering satin tail is flourished with organza, lame, taffeta, and satin fins.
Standing on the deck of Captain Henry Morgan’s pirate ship Oxford, this strapping young pirate mate awaits arrival in Tortuga. Individual Costume Pieces:
From 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.
Spinning 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.
An 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.
As 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.
World 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.
By 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.
Villagers in every civilized town feared him, while the soldiers stationed on the frontier wall grudgingly respected his prowess in battle. The Barbarian is clothed in leather, fur, and supreme masculine confidence. With his axe and his bravery, he could conquer and plunder whatever he set his eyes upon.
Little Tinker Bell mended pots and kettles for her fairy folk, her high tinkling speech understandable only to those who can speak the language of fairies. Always inquisitive and usually kind (when not overcome by jealousy or her spoiled temper), “Tink” is Peter Pan’s faithful fairy companion.
At the feet of her warrior father and her courageous mother, this little barbarian girl has learned the fine arts of horsemanship and survival in the wilderness.
Her attitude and movement bespoke of future success. Satin bodice trimmed with metallic braid. Attached chiffon sleeves with elastic at wrists. Harem pants have attached lame belt with braid trim and layered chiffon at hips.
The tiniest fairy, this fair sprite’s giggly laughter can be heard throughout the forest glade where she is often spotted.
Doing magic can be a real trick for a little wizard. Velvet robe is fully lined is star brocade, while the brocade vest is trimmed in velvet with satin bow tie..
Before becoming King of England, young Richard tended to his princely duties at court and while out hunting. This floor-length collared twill cape is lined in satin, while the velvet tunic is accented with a shield applique and edged with metallic braid, all over the shimmering metallic knight suit.
“Open, Sesame.” It paid for this young boy to listen carefully and remember what he heard. Pleated lame cummerbund and velvet, metallic trimmed vest over Arabesque pants.
Too big for a youth, too small for a grown man, an experienced eye could not mistake this ladies’ man to be. Long velvet tunic lined in red satin and embellished with metallic trim and central cross appliqué, worn with his cotton musketeer shirt with exaggerated collar and cuffs.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Young D’Artagnan proudly dons Musketeer Tunic, a bright red with polished buttons and shoulder sash, cotton musketeer shirt with exaggerated collar and cuffs, and Arabesque pants.
Growing up in crime, little Machine Gun Mac’s only friend was his greed. Pin striped, knee-length, double-breasted coat and long soot chain, matching vest, and pinstripe pants.
Trigger Happy Harry needed very little incentive to start the shooting. Pinstripe vest is a versatile gangster-era piece, completed with solid color shirt and contrasting tie and 1920s era pants.
His young, rebellious attitude was evidenced by his fashion statement. Knee-length pinstripe coat with exaggerated lapels and fitted waist is completed with crisp shirt and contrasting tie and matching pinstripe pants.
Though small in stature, his crimes were heinous in nature. Narrow-pinstripe coat, single-breasted vest, and 1920s styled pants.
He is known by many names in the Old World: Father Christmas, Pere Noel, Kris Kringle…but whatever he is called, he is known by children everywhere as the bearer of gifts and protector of children. The Father Christmas Robe is the essence of Yuletide, trimmed in white fur and detailed gold trim. The robe complements the Father Christmas Gown (MC171), sold separately.
Young Ebenezer Scrooge, a respectable gentleman in his youth, belies the avarice of his later years. His Victorian-styled tux tail coat covers a taffeta vest offering velveteen lapels and satin ascot tie.
Her 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.
In her Sunday finery, Venetia would capture Santa’s heart. Christmas plaid-print yoke with bengaline is trimmed with lace to create this fine young lady’s dress.
Hot apple cider and a crackling fire welcome this little caroler home. Christmas Noel features velveteen dress with tartan plaid front panel. Sleeves and cuff accented by breaded lace with satin ribbon.
A young Victorian boy could go far in life if he has the right upbringing, and the right last name. This young member of the aristocracy is ready to meet the world in his frock coat, double-breasted vest, ascot tie, and twill pants.
Oliver 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.
The newly healed Tiny Tim sings praises of his miraculous recovery. His velvet cape is lined in taffeta, and is worn atop a long Victorian dovetail coat and taffeta vest with velveteen lapels and ascot tie.
With Mother’s first kiss on the cheek, Little Boy Blue heads off for his first day at school. Brocade vest has Peter Pan collar and oversized satin bow, paired with Victorian tux tail overcoat.
With a swagger in his walk, Young Jim Dandy portrays the position and privilege of his family. Dovetail coat has tapered tails and is trimmed in satin, worn over a Victorian-styled velvet vest with checked lapels and ascot tie.
A 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”.
The 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.