
c. 1775-1785 Close Front Française
A Variation of the Classic Sacque
This closed-front Robe à la Française was modeled after an original in the Winterthur Museum collection. The pattern was adapted to fit my figure (although the original was really close to fitting me).
The gown is created from a silk taffeta with vintage floral trim. This gown was 100% hand sewn.





Materials and Patterns
Dress Pattern- Self Drafted/Student Project
Dress Fabric- Silk Baron Nephite silk taffeta and plain linen
Dress Trim- Etsy (sold out)
Petticoat Pattern- American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking
Petticoat Fabric- JD Collection Silk Taffeta in New Wine
Engageantes Pattern- American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking
Engageantes Fabric- silk organza and lace (from Etsy)
Shoes- American Duchess Kensingtons in white