I will be here for the Eleanor of Aquitaine dress! She's one of my favorite historical figures. Too bad that so little is known about her. That's also a cool philosophy -- about connecting past and future with the present. I never met my great-grandfather, but I know he was a tailor, and I think of him when I make any sort of structured garment.
I totally agree - I went on an Eleanor of Aquitaine binge a couple years ago, and I think that mystery drove me to keep searching for answers we simply don't have! It's so wonderful to hear how your great-grandfather influences you and your thoughts in tailoring today.
Thank you for being such a great teacher, Daisy Victoria. I enjoy hearing about your research and seeing how you use that research as you create your gowns.
I am so happy to share and glad you have enjoyed it! I go down so many research and thought experiment rabbit holes, it's something I'm constantly getting more and more comfortable with talking out publicly!
I don't know if this is actual terminology, but I found it easier to explain that there are two types of patterning garments in history: geometic garments (those whose pieces are geometric figures, i.e. rectangles, circles, squares, and triangles) and anatomic garments (those which pieces are fashion in a similar way to the body parts they cover). In my history in fashion classes, my teacher said it was one of the true innovations of the medieval age. Also, this seems to have been out the same day I defended my thesis in which I presented a medieval ensemble for a sorceress, so I see this so fucking amazing xD
I’ve made a couple of attempts to make one of these dresses, using the Chartres Cathedral sculptures. I’ve not seen any from there that appear to have a waist seem. Bias cutting didn’t seem to be a ‘thing’ then either, so it was all very frustrating. I used a very light weight drapey wool. I lined the sleeves with squirrel fur, which added a bit of luxury. I’m really looking forward to seeing yours. I put 4. gores in mine, too, but I just couldn’t get it to look right. Your dress looks lovely! You’ve really got the ruching at the waist beautifully.
I am sure yours was quite lovely, and it does sound luxurious! It can be a bit of a perplexing garment for sure. I love seeing how some of these variations create similar yet different looks. We can all keep trying together!
My favorite bit is the neckline, I like the straight cut and the pink on pink trim. I talk to family and friends who have passed on. Whether it's just the memory of them I speak to or their spirt, I don't know.
I've always looked at the ruching on those statues and wondered if they weren't wearing linen outer layers. I love the path you took with this! I look forward to seeing the fancy iteration.
I've been dying to experiment with the ruching! I have my suspicions it will also work well with some of the light silks and hope to do some more trials as I get into Eleanor of Aquitaine!
Heisann sveisan! I've never heard anyone use the phrase in English so it caught me off guard, but it was a nice surprise...lol. I'm currently going through a medieval phase and 12th century tends to be the focus so this video was perfectly timed. The bliaut turned out really nice!
That turned out really well! It is hard when loved ones are beyond the veil and can't answer in the way we are accustomed to. 🤗 How did you like the neckline done that way?
Thank you so much for sharing that sentiment. It is one of those difficulties that we all experience. I thought the neckline was surprisingly comfortable and really easy to stitch since it was all straight edges!
We do have evidence of knotted sleeves! There are some in manuscripts and statuary. The current general idea is to have longer sleeves tied up off the ground, but I may (definitely) have hidden some objects in mine before. 😉
This is the kind of dress that would have been worn by an awesome woman called Ella of Salisbury, who was Countess of Salisbury in Round 1250. When her husband died she managed to persuade the King (bribe) to allow her to take over as Sheriff and Castilian. One of very few women who held real power at the time.
Such a gorgeous make. I am wondering if the knotting of the sleeves (that you pointed out in the reference materials, for this style of dress) served functions like that of the liripipes from the Renaissance (at least I think they were used during the Renaissance). I recently learned that they were long and tapered like that in order to serve multiple (mainly utilitarian) purposes - carrying items, keeping the neck warm, etc. Thanks for wonderful and inspiring content!
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! That's a really interesting idea. I have indeed had the thought that perhaps I could store things in my large sleeves before, and I can't be the first one! 😂
Thank you so much for your videos ! I always love to see the process of this art, even though I’m really bad at kind of sewing 😂 I remember discovering you with the ruffle pink dress, and I’ve learned so much since ! Usually I’m more of the silent support subscriber, but i was wondering if you still do commissions ? If not i completely understand, i hope i’m not pressuring you by asking (and sorry if you already said it i don’t have any other social media 😓) (Also sorry for my english I’m not quite good at it 😭😂)
In re Eleanor of Aquitaine, I read that when she first went to the French court she wore a dress that was 15 yards around the hem, one for each year of her age! Have you heard this? Is there any truth to it?
I added both of them to my recommended books list here. Though the academic one is pretty pricey now, yikes! Textiles and Clothing 1150-1450 is the one I use for most of my projects in this era! Looks like they've changed the cover photo since I got mine. www.amazon.com/shop/daisyviktoria?listId=QNT39JIM5FDH
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I will be here for the Eleanor of Aquitaine dress! She's one of my favorite historical figures. Too bad that so little is known about her. That's also a cool philosophy -- about connecting past and future with the present. I never met my great-grandfather, but I know he was a tailor, and I think of him when I make any sort of structured garment.
I totally agree - I went on an Eleanor of Aquitaine binge a couple years ago, and I think that mystery drove me to keep searching for answers we simply don't have! It's so wonderful to hear how your great-grandfather influences you and your thoughts in tailoring today.
The dress is beautiful and the colors are so warm and happy. Condolences to you on the loss of your aunt.
Thank you so much, on both! With these colors, I think this dress is ready for spring season!
Your bliaut prototype is gorgeous and would be so flattering on curvy figures. Can't wait for the pattern!!
It is super cool, and I love how this style can be flattering on such a wide range of sizes!
Thank you for being such a great teacher, Daisy Victoria. I enjoy hearing about your research and seeing how you use that research as you create your gowns.
I am so happy to share and glad you have enjoyed it! I go down so many research and thought experiment rabbit holes, it's something I'm constantly getting more and more comfortable with talking out publicly!
I don't know if this is actual terminology, but I found it easier to explain that there are two types of patterning garments in history: geometic garments (those whose pieces are geometric figures, i.e. rectangles, circles, squares, and triangles) and anatomic garments (those which pieces are fashion in a similar way to the body parts they cover). In my history in fashion classes, my teacher said it was one of the true innovations of the medieval age. Also, this seems to have been out the same day I defended my thesis in which I presented a medieval ensemble for a sorceress, so I see this so fucking amazing xD
I’ve made a couple of attempts to make one of these dresses, using the Chartres Cathedral sculptures. I’ve not seen any from there that appear to have a waist seem. Bias cutting didn’t seem to be a ‘thing’ then either, so it was all very frustrating. I used a very light weight drapey wool. I lined the sleeves with squirrel fur, which added a bit of luxury. I’m really looking forward to seeing yours. I put 4. gores in mine, too, but I just couldn’t get it to look right. Your dress looks lovely! You’ve really got the ruching at the waist beautifully.
I am sure yours was quite lovely, and it does sound luxurious! It can be a bit of a perplexing garment for sure. I love seeing how some of these variations create similar yet different looks. We can all keep trying together!
Awwww....so sorry to hear about your Aunt ❤ A lovely video to dedicate to her. And even when you were so sick, your nails were 🔥
Aw thank you so much! It's always fun to have great nails! 🥰
My favorite bit is the neckline, I like the straight cut and the pink on pink trim. I talk to family and friends who have passed on. Whether it's just the memory of them I speak to or their spirt, I don't know.
It was so cool to try out some different neckline ideas! It's so nice to talk to those who have passed, in whatever way brings us peace.
I've always looked at the ruching on those statues and wondered if they weren't wearing linen outer layers. I love the path you took with this! I look forward to seeing the fancy iteration.
I've been dying to experiment with the ruching! I have my suspicions it will also work well with some of the light silks and hope to do some more trials as I get into Eleanor of Aquitaine!
This came out amazing, and thank you for sharing about your aunt. ❤️
Thank you, and I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Heisann sveisan! I've never heard anyone use the phrase in English so it caught me off guard, but it was a nice surprise...lol. I'm currently going through a medieval phase and 12th century tends to be the focus so this video was perfectly timed. The bliaut turned out really nice!
Haha it's such a charming phrase! The 12th century is home to some very lovely medieval influences. I'm so glad to have perfect timing with you!
That dress is beautiful. You are beautiful. Thank you for sharing! 😊
That turned out really well! It is hard when loved ones are beyond the veil and can't answer in the way we are accustomed to. 🤗 How did you like the neckline done that way?
Thank you so much for sharing that sentiment. It is one of those difficulties that we all experience. I thought the neckline was surprisingly comfortable and really easy to stitch since it was all straight edges!
Very good, thanks. Looks like it's fun to wear. Wondering if the sleeves were sometimes knotted to hold items. In other words, a precursor to pockets?
We do have evidence of knotted sleeves! There are some in manuscripts and statuary. The current general idea is to have longer sleeves tied up off the ground, but I may (definitely) have hidden some objects in mine before. 😉
Beautiful
I love that you say "aunt" and not "ant." Love that linen!!!
Haha yeah somehow I learned it that way! The linen was a really good find!
This is the kind of dress that would have been worn by an awesome woman called Ella of Salisbury, who was Countess of Salisbury in Round 1250. When her husband died she managed to persuade the King (bribe) to allow her to take over as Sheriff and Castilian. One of very few women who held real power at the time.
Interesting video, thanks. 😃 I have seen the Bliaut in various media, but didn't know what it was called.
I'm so glad you liked it! This is such an influential dress style!
@@DaisyViktoria Thanks. Yes it is, in films, games, lots of places. 🙂
Such a gorgeous make. I am wondering if the knotting of the sleeves (that you pointed out in the reference materials, for this style of dress) served functions like that of the liripipes from the Renaissance (at least I think they were used during the Renaissance). I recently learned that they were long and tapered like that in order to serve multiple (mainly utilitarian) purposes - carrying items, keeping the neck warm, etc. Thanks for wonderful and inspiring content!
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! That's a really interesting idea. I have indeed had the thought that perhaps I could store things in my large sleeves before, and I can't be the first one! 😂
Thanks!
Hoping to see your Eleanor of Aquitaine gown Soon.
Wish I could see the back of the neckline of the finished pink bliaut.
Thank you so much for your videos ! I always love to see the process of this art, even though I’m really bad at kind of sewing 😂
I remember discovering you with the ruffle pink dress, and I’ve learned so much since !
Usually I’m more of the silent support subscriber, but i was wondering if you still do commissions ? If not i completely understand, i hope i’m not pressuring you by asking (and sorry if you already said it i don’t have any other social media 😓)
(Also sorry for my english I’m not quite good at it 😭😂)
In re Eleanor of Aquitaine, I read that when she first went to the French court she wore a dress that was 15 yards around the hem, one for each year of her age! Have you heard this? Is there any truth to it?
Awesome! What was the name of the Book again?
I added both of them to my recommended books list here. Though the academic one is pretty pricey now, yikes! Textiles and Clothing 1150-1450 is the one I use for most of my projects in this era! Looks like they've changed the cover photo since I got mine. www.amazon.com/shop/daisyviktoria?listId=QNT39JIM5FDH
This is awesome, I appreciate it, Thank you so much for your help xo
The bliaut looks great.. but isn’t pink a most unusual color for the middle ages? In all honesty and education
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