A Young Person's Introduction to 1800s and 1810s Western Fashion

    Not a Tumblr cross-post, though it was originally intended to be one.  I may add it later.  What's important is the number of Regency-era links I have for you today...

General information
    Enchanted Rose Costumes. "A Beginner's Guide to Regency Fashion || How it Changed Over 30 Years." YouTube. May 16, 2020.
    Lady Rebecca Fashions. "Regency Corsets, and How to Make Regency Styles Flattering on All Bodies." YouTube. January 30, 2021.
    Viljanmaa, Maria. "dressing regency, 1800s-1820s." YouTube. May 25, 2024.
    Rudolph, Nicole. "Why is Mens Fashion Boring? Not Beau Brummell : Next Historically Accurate Cosplay!" YouTube. November 14, 2021.
    Zebrowska, Karolina. "A Historical Get Ready With Me - 1808 Regency Edition." YouTube. January 21, 2018.

Accessories
    Foyer, Jean-Charles. "A Conquering Hat: a History of the Bicorn." YouTube. July 1, 2022.
    Foyer, Jean-Charles. "You're the Top! A History of the Top Hat." YouTube. November 21, 2021.
    Mustich, Emma. "The secret history of 'lover's eyes'." Salon. January 21, 2012.
    Parry, Bronwyn. "Regency Apron." Stitching History. December 9, 2019.
    Pinsent, Zack. "How To Tie and Make a Regency Cravat; 5 Different Knots." YouTube. February 8, 2022.

Cosmetics
    Murden, Sarah. "Georgian Perfume." All Things Georgian. March 18, 2020.

Gowns and formal wear
    Murden, Sarah. "Princess Charlotte of Wales’ Russian dress, 1817." All Things Georgian. May 21, 2019.
    Pinsent, Zack. "Impossible Trousers and How to Make Them!" YouTube. September 10, 2022.
    Zebrowska, Karolina. "The Ugliest Dress In Fashion History (That Bridgerton Got Wrong)." YouTube. June 7, 2024.

Laundry and housekeeping
    Dashwood, Ellie. "How to Be Mistress of Pemberley | A Day in the Life of a 19th Century Country Estate Lady." YouTube. March 25, 2022.

Outerwear and sportswear
    Libes, Kenna. "Pelisse." Fashion History Timeline. August 18, 2020.
    Murden, Sarah. "Regency Swimwear." All Things Georgian. May 14, 2019.

Shoes
    Sanborn, Vic. "Regency Fashion: Country Shoes vs City Shoes." Jane Austen's World. May 9, 2011.
    Stowell, Lauren. "Black Regency Shoes: Wear Them, They Existed." American Duchess. June 26, 2023.
    Stowell, Lauren. "Shoes of the 1790s and Regency." American Duchess. July 2, 2011.

Undergarments
    Banner, Bernadette. "How Did They Pee in Those Dresses? A Superficial History of Underwear." YouTube. November 28, 2020.
    Rudolph, Nicole. "Regency Corset Shapes || Comparing 4 Styles on the Same Body." YouTube. June 6, 2021.

Working wear
    Bullat, Samantha. "Regency Working Class Women's Clothing." YouTube. February 7, 2021.

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