Ca. 1750 Silk Taffeta Robe à la Française

For those who follow my adventures in making 18th century reproductions, it's no secret that I particularly love the robe à la française style (rather unappealingly, although at least pithily, referred to as a "sacque" or "sack" gown in English).  This type of gown is in my view the utmost of elegance, and is flattering for almost any woman, regardless of her figure or her age.  It's clear why these graceful creations remained in fashion for such a long period in the 18th century.

My favourite sacque of those I've made is this yellow and silver striped taffeta gown, constructed as closely as possible after an extant gown from a private collection.  I was fortunate enough to be able to enjoy wearing it at the 18thC. "Natal Days" celebration in our historic town of Annapolis Royal in August, 2019, just before Covid hit.  Since that time, the annual event has not been held due to public health measures. 

A small collection of photos is included below (most taken at historic Fort Anne), but to see and read much more about its making, go to my blog article here: 

Making my ca.1750 replica Sacque Gown