And I have only gone through 2000 images of Musee McCord. For Natural Form era photos. Specifically.
http://www.pinterest.com/michaeladebruce/favourite-sheer-natural-form/
Because I need to remind myself what I am making ๐ But I have a few more references from auctions to get up there. Many no longer work so I hope I have seller names somewhere!
http://www.pinterest.com/michaeladebruce/fancy-dress/
Because the costumes in masquerade are lovely but many are really not period correct. But this might explain why.. a preference for just shortening the current stule, for Natural form.. this.. is… not modernly appealing!
http://www.pinterest.com/michaeladebruce/jersey-dresses/
Because I do plan on making one one day! I can get merino jersey quite easily ๐
http://www.pinterest.com/michaeladebruce/natural-form/
Classic examples of very very strong fashion themes in here. Cuirasse bodices, contrast texture/colour, checks, sheers, asymmetry, trains, walking skirts. Vertical lines and horizontal tucks! (gotta scan some Harper's Bazaar to compare. Arrow tabs!