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The most popular of the cabaret girls, Hope is a professional. With little tolerance for pie-in-the-sky daydreaming and other nonsense, she keeps the girls of the chorus line grounded and together. Without her, the show can not go on. Her sparkly stretch blouse is highlighted with sequined trim at the scoop neckline. The high-waised pinstripe skirt is accented with velvet pocket welts, large rhinestones, a long zoot chain, and finished with suspenders.
Charity lives in the flashy world of big dreams and chorus lines, but longs to leave the fast and loose life she leads in hopes of finding love. Until she finds it, though, Charity’s big smile, top hat, short fringe-lined pinstripe skirt, fringed, form-fitting, sequin trimmed, twill corset keep her the star of the cabaret.
Inspired by the Moulin Rouge, our French Can-Can dress features a fitted bengaline bodice with padded lace covered cups and flowing ruffled skirt of taffeta. You’d never want to miss the Ca- Can girl’s kiss.
At the notorious Montmartre Cabaret Club, all eyes are riveted on the high-kicking courtesan, Satine. Spectaclar sequined bodice, hand-beaded shooting stars overlay rich velet lapels while rhinestone studded straps barely hold the corset ensemble in place. Heavenly bodies beaded onto sequined velvet paneled skit with eight inch beaded fringe offer a forbidden glimpse of satin draw-string pantines with matching beaded fringe. Available with full skirt for break away patrons. The custom rhinestone satin top hat exclaims that “diamonds are a girl’s best friend.”
Working as a dancer, singer, and general entertainer throughout the Chicago cabaret circuit, Tessa Delisle became the favorite of every Prohibition-dodging gangster in the city. Her dazzling and daring dress and headband set off her delicate features, leading her to become known in mob circles as just “The Ivory Lady”. Her unique ensemble combines the sultriness of the cabaret singer with the whimsy of the speakeasy, featuring a plunging neckline with a lace-over-nude satin inset and wide shoulder straps. The satin dress is trimmed with sequins, and includes a belted drop waist and double zig-zag fringed hemline.
Dance the cancan? You bet she can can. Fitted bengaline bodice with padded lace covered cups and flowing ruffled skirt of bengaline with attached taffeta ruffles.
Dazzling, pretty, and bright—she cheered up a cowboy’s night. Boned and lined brocade corset with narrow lace at top and wide lace at bottom features multiple vertical rows of braid. Shown with Little Blaze Star Skirt (GC30), sold separately.
Dazzling, pretty, and bright—she cheered up a cowboy’s night. Velvet yoked skirt is made of washable satin and edged in a satin ruffle with lace overlay.
This little lass shines bright all day. Bengaline dress is trimmed with lace on bodice and sleeves. Narrow lace and braid trim out-line bodice while the top layer of the skirt drapes over the hips. The bottom two skirts are box pleated with rolled hem on the edges giving this dress a distinctive dance hall appearance.
With aspirations to be a famed dancer, this little lady later became the toast of Virginia City. Girl’s version of Star La Rouge features tapestry bodice, off-the-shoulder straps and satin swags, all trimmed with fringe.
Even as a child she dreamt of the stage and never imagined how celebrated and rich she would one day become. Girl’s version of Jersey Lil’ features velveteen bodice, lacy gathered shoulder straps and satin skirt with lace ruffle.
In the late 1800’s famous illustrator Charles Dana Gibson created the “Gibson Girl.” She combined independence, femininity, and that much desired hourglass figure. Ribbon striped collar forms a plunging V-neck over dickey with leg-o-mutton sleeves and drop waist over flared bengaline skirt.
Tickets in hand, thoughts on a distant land. Bengaline bodice gives a criss-cross appearance with lace insert at the neckline. Can be worn with or without a dickey. Sleeves have lace insets with lace falling off each sleeve. Skirt with pie-shaped lace insets finished off with velvet bows at the top of each point.
This turn-of-the-century socialite spent much of her time and fortune entertaining. Bengaline dress features flattering bodice and peplum. Leg-o-mutton sleeves, velvet lapel and dickey trimmed with velvet ribbon, lace and a broach.
Professor Henry Higgins transformed this Cockney flower girl into his Fair Lady. Stand up lace and velvet collar, fitted bodice with satin buttons. Sleeves bell into velvet and lace while bengaline lace swag and bustle form narrow skirt.
This Grand Dame of the opera was a great Patron of the Arts. Designed to flatter the woman with fuller figure, this elegant dress features a plunging lace neckline with a broach, capping lace and ruffled sleeves. Velvet waistline drops into a lace overskirt. Dickey included.
In the late 1800’s famous illustrator Charles Dana Gibson created the “Gibson Girl.” She combined independence, femininity, and that much desired hourglass figure. Ribbon striped collar forms a plunging V-neck over dickey with leg-o-mutton sleeves and drop waist over flared bengaline skirt.
The duke and duchess, landed gentry from Sussex, are embarking on their first sightseeing tour of the United States. Dressed in nineteenth-century style that reflects their refined nobility, they elicit many second looks on the streets of Baltimore and Philadelphia.
This sweet and innocent 1800s bride is in a beautiful gown (available in taffeta or washable satin) featuring long draping lace on the bodice and sleeves and a romantic open neckline.
Magnolia is decked out and ready for the Cotillion Ball. The charm and hospitality of the South in a lovely Bengaline bodice and taffeta or washable satin skirt, highlighted with a point de spree lace inset on the front of the skirt as well as on the sleeves and finished with a feminine bow to show off her decolletage.
When “nothing modest or matronly will do.” Rhett commands Scarlett to wear this elegant gown to Ashley’s Birthday to shame her in front of all society. Fitted velveteen bodice is bedecked with rhinestones and detachable ostrich feathers. Full-length velveteen dress features bustle layered with feathers. Also offers incredible versatility as a saloon Madame, Victorian socialite or Roaring 20’s starlet.
In a desperate attempt to save her beloved Tara, Scarlett tried to deceive Rhett by visiting him in this dress made from her velvet drapes. Authentic velvet and satin dress features a capped sleeve, plunging neckline, full skirt with gold/green passementerie on shoulder and belt.
Nothing is more appealing than the blue of a Mississippi Delta dawn. Brocade dress with pleated organza at neckline and over skirt. Cameo at center neckline and appliqué flowers at waistline.
”Why Katy Scarlet O’Hara…you could have any man you choose…why would you want Ashley Wilkes?” Featured in the opening scene of Gone With the Wind, this satin beauty offers a princess-line bodice, velvet waistband and organdy capped sleeves with layers and layers of organdy ruffles trimmed in lace.
Camisole top has eyelet bodice with rose at center front.
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. Matching jacket (LC138) and bicornered hat (LH87) sold separately.
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. Matching corset (LC139) and bicornered hat (LH87) sold separately.
Coco was a giddy flapper: rouged, clipped, and careening in a dance to lewd strains of a jazz quartet. One-shouldered flapper dress features diagonally layered chainette fringe over lined shimmer lame. Shoulder is adorned with a satin rose and neckline, and is finished with sequined trim.
Eliza Bennet, pressured by her family to marry for status and for money, longed for nothing more than to marry for love. Witty and independent, she finds her love in the arms of Mr. Darcy.
Under the condition that he stay on as consigliere to the Family, he retired from his life of violence and crime. Linen pants are fully lined and designed to match the Dapper Don Coat and Vest (MC142, MC143) sold separately.
Under the condition that he stay on as consigliere to the Family, he retired from his life of violence and crime. Metallic brocade vest with cotton dickey and print tie matches the Dapper Don Coat and Pants (MC142 and 144), sold separately.
Under the condition that he stay on as consigliere to the Family, he retired from his life of violence and crime. Linen coat is fully lined; collar and lapels are trimmed with velvet ribbon.
The special agent of the FBI tried his best to enforce the law on Dutch Schultz, using all his undaunted virtues to subdue the reprobate. The crisp striped cotton shirt with its stiff white collar and center placket tucked neatly into his cuffed tweed pants with pleated front and attached suspenders. Doubles as a “The Music Man” theatrical costume, as well.
The special agent of the FBI tried his best to enforce the law on Dutch Schultz, using all his undaunted virtues to subdue the reprobate. The crisp striped cotton shirt with its stiff white collar and center placket tucked neatly into his cuffed tweed pants with pleated front and attached suspenders. Doubles as a “The Music Man” theatrical costume, as well.
“Can’t repeat the past? Why, of course you can!” In spite of illegal dealings in organized crime, you can still win your lady back. The Gatsby pinstripe suit features black satin lapels on the coat and vest, accenting the debonair flair of this double-breasted ensemble. Pinstripe pants are matched to the Gatsby Jacket (MC104) and Vest (MC105).
“Can’t repeat the past? Why, of course you can!” In spite of illegal dealings in organized crime, you can still win your lady back. The Gatsby pinstripe suit features black satin lapels on the coat and vest, accenting the debonair flair of this double-breasted ensemble. Vest pairs with the Gatsby Jacket (MC104).
“Can’t repeat the past? Why, of course you can!” In spite of illegal dealings in organized crime, you can still win your lady back. The Gatsby pinstripe suit features black satin lapels on the coat and vest, accenting the debonair flair of this double-breasted ensemble.
This flamboyant artist and matchmaker utilizes all his talent for the best of entertainment. A ring master of beasts and beauties. Shirt complements the Master of Ceremonies Tailcoat (MC125) and Vest with Dickey (MC126).
After escaping from Huntsville prison, Clyde and his notorious partner started their ruthless crime spree. Blood thirsty, relentlessly cruel and evil, he had no heart for anyone but Bonnie. He was despicable, but not in his pinstripe vest and matching pants with a solid color shirt and coordinating tie. The Clyde Barrow Pants are designed to match the Clyde Vest and Clyde Coat (MC32 and 29).
The Ruby Skirt provides a complete look for the Queen’s Guard (Coat LC138 and Vest LC139, sold separately) ensemble.
An homage to the nightclubs of Jazz Age Harlem, New York, this striking stage performer dress (LC156) is shown here with with its satin bodice with chiffon ruffles over the upper arm, and a satin skirt with layered chiffon ruffles, giving enough flow and bounce to create just the right amount of movement and purpose in a photograph to capture the lively spirit of a night on 110th Street.
The rumor that Babette came from Paris to Wyoming just to experience the adventure of the Wild West may or may not be true. But, whatever the case, she is the toast of the town and every cowboy wants to meet her. Her dress (LC157) is as exotic and alluring as she, with a velvet bodice and lacy bust complementing a satin skirt and undershirt ruffles with double satin peplum that’s as at home in Montparnasse as it is in Silver City.
Dazzling in stretch sparkles and flirty fringe, Roxanne (LC149) seeks stardom on stage at The Onyx. Her dress is the perfect reflection of the decadent nightlife of the Roaring Twenties.
Carefree and cosmopolitan, Roxy embodied the Roaring Twenties. While at the jazz club or on the deck of a swinging boat party at the wharf, her shimmering dress and signature feather headband made her the bee’s knees wherever she appeared.
The first black woman to star in a major motion picture, Josephine Baker was a beauty ahead of her time. From her start as one of the most celebrated headliners in Paris to her courageous contributions during the civil rights movement in the US, where she refused to perform for segregated audiences, Josephine Baker became known as the Creole Goddess, and the Black Venus during her romp through the Jazz Age. This dress (LC155), ready for the big stage and featuring a satin under-dress trimmed in chiffon, recaptures the essence of the Fabulous Miss Baker.
Grace 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.
After escaping from Huntsville prison, Clyde and his notorious partner started their ruthless crime spree. Blood thirsty, relentlessly cruel, and evil, he had no heart for anyone but Bonnie. He was despicable but not in his pinstripe vest and matching pants with a solid color shirt and coordinating tie.
After escaping from Huntsville prison, Clyde and his notorious partner started their ruthless crime spree. Blood thirsty, relentlessly cruel and evil, he had no heart for anyone but Bonnie. He was despicable, but not in his pinstripe vest and matching pants (sold separately).