If you’ve watched many period dramas, you’ve probably seen a mantua before. Originating in France in the 1670s, this women’s garment consisted of lengths of …
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Dressmaking across generations: ‘30 people worked on our outfits for three months’ | Sewing
Last year I had something custom made by a local tailor. I was overcome by nostalgia as she took my measurements, moving around my body …