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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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 lacy corset is also available with fringe (LC147) for an alternative, more western look.
Taking 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.
Dora 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.
She’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).
One 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.
Smitten 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.
Famous 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.
Straight 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.
A 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.
Behind 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.
The 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.
Plain 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.
William “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.
Famous 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.
Patented 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.
Martha Jane Camary, the famous sharpshooter and horsewoman, earned her nickname by threatening that calamity would befall any man who offended her. Fitted jacket features cavalry cuffs and extra long fringe epaulets accented with hairpipes, buffalo-head buttons and pony beads. Skirt offers multi-layers of flattering fringe panel.
Could the dreams of this original American Princess include a John Doe or would that be “Smith”? Flattering suede cloth dress with ivory fringe, suede belt and tattoo armband.
The future love of the famous chieftain Hiawatha, this beautiful squaw will soon turn from her feather toys to the pursuit of Indian boys. Leather lacing and beadwork highlight the bodice and belt on this faux suede dress with this fringed wrap skirt. Authentic hand beaded headband has feathers and conchos.
As young girls on the prairie, they played, did their chores and stayed very close to their family. Calico dress and bonnet are kept clean with the solid color apron.
When Phoebe Anne Oakley was only six years old she used a rifle to hunt food. She became a professional marksman and star performer with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. Calico blouse is complement with fringed faux suede vest and long skirt.
Raised 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.
Whether 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.
The tavern wench keeps the rowdy at bay with her whip and sharp tongue. Satin dress features ruched sides to create the look of lacey bloomers. Her velveteen bodice is attached to the dress to create a bust-enhancing and flattering fit at all times.
The stoic and strong wife of Pilgrim leader John Alden, she was the last surviving member of her family after its arrival on the Mayflower. Reflective of her beliefs and her personality, Priscilla is sensibly attired in a black twill dress and cape with white twill apron and cuffs.