Sharing a historic riding habit is cool enough but to be able to share about who owned it and the tailor is a real treat that rounds out the experience. Nice one!
I would imagine having to unbutton part of the skirt to access the pocket would have been more of a feature than a bug given the purpose of the garment. So if you go riding your coin purse and/or keys wouldn’t go flying out of your pocket somewhere in the countryside.
Tiny historical snippet re "New Burlington St, W" - rather than being like the designations on long US streets, that "W" for West is a super early postcode (zip code). Postal districts were added to London addresses in 1857 and 1858. The modern postcode for that address is W1S 3BE, retaining that W postal district.
Can you imagine the good that this woman could do in the world today with the resources that woman have available now? She was a kick ass woman - especially in the area she grew up in. I’m familiar with that area of NY, intimately, because my mother grew up 40 miles from Auburn, NY and it’s nothing but a mining area with very little to do in regards to society.
Pants: Predecessor to full seat breeches? I wonder if the reason behind the pocket location was intentional so things in the pocket wouldn't fly out while riding.
It's wild that the house is still there! That lining is straight 🔥, so many Victorian pieces either don't have lining or have really poorly cared for lining. That's a really nice piece!
Oh, WOW!! That’s just so stinking cool!! Nicole’s squee was too cute. The history behind it is wonderful...and to know the building where it was made is still standing? So special! She’s simple, yes, but she’s so elegant with those clean lines. What a treasure you have, there. Thank you so much for sharing her. So...how goes your Tarot adventure? I hope you’re finding it interesting and enlightening, or at least entertaining! I don’t claim to be an expert, by any means, but if you have any questions, I’m happy to share my experience, if you like. I’m quite interested in Astrology, do you have any book recommendations for beginners? Just a general nudge in the right direction would be most welcome, if you have a moment. If not, I completely understand. You’re a very busy person! 🙂 Wishing you and yours the best, and have a beautiful two weeks!!
Tarot is kinda ... not on hold...just...comes in waves...lol but as for astrology - I think Chani Nicholas's book - You Were Born for This is *amazing*, and I do have a podcast/youtube channel - The Astrology Podcast - Chris does fantastic work and really pushes to bring *quality* astrology content to the masses. So when you first start listening it's a bit overwhelming, but the more you listen, the more you understand. I also 10/10 recommend the Chani App. It's amazing for getting to understand your chart better. :)
I understand. Tarot can be a lot of just rote memorization, and ain’t nobody got time for that! Keziah Gibbons has a lovely audio course on Insight Timer (best Meditation + app on the market, imho) that I recommend, if you’re interested.Thank you so so much for your recommendations!!! I am on it like Blue Bonnet. I’ve always been kinda daunted by the sheer amount of information out there and never knew where to start. Give those fur babies some scritches for me!!
What a treat! I too have a deep fondness for riding habits, I remember much dismay as a very young girl learning they were no longer worn ie I would never get to wear one much less have one. Also remember having a hard time imagining how one rode side-saddle. Eventually in my late 30s I had the opportunity. Having just really learned how to ride (versus sit on a horse when it moved) and sitting the trot still barely natural) I was a wee bit timid. That was before I first faced how on Earth to mount!? Somehow my instructor more confident than I assured me simply pretend you're wearing a long skirt. Shocking how easy it was not only to mount but actually jump fences 😆 even replacing leg aids with whip was a breeze. Needless to say I have yearned ever since for a riding habit every bit as much as I had as a child after that. So this un-boxing a particular joy for me and I am so glad for you too. 😋
That is so very amazing. The style of the pants hasn’t really changed over time which is really surprising. It’s been taken care of which is amazing but there’s a tiny part of me that wishes it wasn’t. Just so that we could see inside. The fact that you have the history of the owner and found out about the maker makes it just that much more amazing!
I appreciate the extra detail (and work) that went into showing the broader history behind the garment. I liked how you showed a bit of the paths you have to go down to get the information so people understand it's not as simple as a quick google. Great addition to these garment videos!
I think a riding habit with trousers has become my first Dream Project! I have a bad IT band & a loose gender identity, so ankle/floor-length skirts have always been unappealing... but the tailoring on this lady. THE TAILORING!
Wow! I love looking at historical clothing and thinking about who wore it and about it’s history. This garment really brings that history into the light and it makes my heart happy!
This video has some wonderful out of context moments. The research into the tailor and where the clothing came from was fascinating. Thanks for sharing with us.
Abby, you're not just a great historian. You also have an instinct for presenting facts visually so you keep the audience engaged. A lot of documentary film makers would give an arm and a leg to have that talent.
My ADHD: "stop watching the God damn video with all the audio glitches, I cant take it" The abby fan inside me: oh shut it and deal with it, were watching the whole thing, you have no choice 🤣
I will never get tired of watching Abby geek out over vintage/historical clothes. Loved the background of this riding habit. Honestly, I'd never thought about the mechanics of keeping your skirt down while riding side saddle. Lovely video Abby, thank you.
maybe it's just me but sometimes on the close-up shots I lose track a bit of what seam/hem part of the garment you're talking about & I wish you would point to it or explain things a little clearer for peeps with very little tailoring/dress history knowledge But these videos are some of my favourite content on YT right now!! they're so interesting, I don't think I would ever get the chance to look so closely at antique clothes if I hadn't found this channel, so I'm really glad I did also made me laugh so much when you got to the busted crotch of the pants and were like 'relateable' cause I was thinking exactly the same 😂
I think the construction of the skirt might be the most fascinating garment I’ve seen! I hope someone in the costube community takes on trying to recreate it or something, as I have little to none sewing ability (trying to improve little by little though!) P.s. I LOVE the white flower shaped buttons on your dress!💕
There's so many things I love about your videos, but one of the things that bring me so much joy is all of your historical research, and a little story about Burgesses company and its location just warmed my heart. I just moved to Maine and a lot of the historical buildings still have their old names on the top with their current occupants underneath them so it's really neat to see that history surviving
I was also a equestrian and I loved wearing my grand parents breeches from the 20's/30's. They were more comfortable than the tight modern breeches. The wool were better looking but way to warm and if you needed the bathroom you better plan ahead. I wore cotton marine breeches from ww2 so comfy. I always wanted to learn side saddle. Mom & Dad had safety concerns with the jumping. Also the saddle was EXPENSIVE!
I got excited when I saw the offset seams (because clothes today dont have them) I learned they are called 'inlays' so the garment can be taken out. I learned this back in 1996 though when tailoring was a part of my fashion design course, could be called something else by now. I love old school tailoring and can totally relate to Abbys fangirling!
If you watch Flambards episode 1 you can see how a habit fits over a side saddle. While walking you keep the skirt buttoned up. In the saddle you unbutton the skirt so you can drape it over your legs.
The little band of red white detailing is to die for...so perfectly proportioned and sophisticated. Anything more and it would verge on overdone or tacky. And the shaping of the trousers is amazeballs...I bet she looked stunning in them and I imagine her walking with a strut knowing that under the slightly odd shaped skirt she was rocking amazing trousers. Back in the 80s there was a stirrup pant craze...they did not look as good.
I grew up near Auburn NY and I had a guidance counselor named Ms. Pomeroy. Ooh and Burgess Clothing! You can still see big black wooden signs with Burgess Clothing in white block letters all around Auburn on the sides of buildings, houses, barns
It is amazing to have you go through the construction, these garments are not just beautiful to look at but beautifully constructed as well. Thank you for sharing.
I bought a sidesaddle at my maternal grandfather's estate sale - it was the western style with corn and peaches down the fender - naturally died - I donated it to a Salisbury Township ( Lancaster County Pa ) Historical Society 2 years ago - it was a great grandmother's wedding present - there was a saddle for her husband also
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@@matildas3177 Thank you. I just wanted to give an update I’m going back home today.When people talk this much about their personal life on the Internet it’s because they need help and I’m really grateful to the people who have commented back and responded to me. Because when people don’t listen to you things happen.
You really excelled in explaining the details of the pieces. The added history of Josephine, her family and learning more about you is greatly appreciated. Thank you for the way you brought the garment to life. Sending well wishes to everyone xo
The skirts did have ties or hooks that were used when not riding to cover the bum and keep it from dragging, making it look almost like a regular skirt. The loop indeed was to hook around the foot to keep the skirt down while riding.
Can always tell when you are impressed with a dress. "You want to come see it?"...and Nicole comes over. I can barely darn a sock, but get all geeked out when I watch any of the historical clothing/fashion/costume/recreation channels.
Okay, I'm from Texas, and have only done a tiny teeny bit of riding, but.. I'm like "padded pants? Y'all do padding on your pants?" And pants outside your boots? I learned "Western style" riding. Our pants were tucked inside the boots. I used a bit of elastic on the inside of my jeans, to keep them under my heel, as my pant leg kept riding up. One hand only on the reins, and DO NOT loop the reins around your hand/ fingers / thumb, because if a snake spooks your horse, you can't disengage from the reins quickly, if needed. And in class I got to ride an NDN style of horse. They have a sort of roundy horse body, with fatty backs. I discovered that I LOVED riding bareback on such a horse. It was easier than riding saddle. (Our saddles were rented, and were made for the average to tall person. I'm short, so getting on the horse was not fun, and it was hard to keep my feet in the stirrups.) If I ever get the opportunity again, I am definitely riding. Horses are a bit expensive though.
I just had to go and look up what a Western saddle was, I have only ever used what is apparently termed English (haven't been riding since I was a teenager because of my health)
What a FANTASTIC piece to add to your collection, the tailoring is amazing! Probably why they're so intimidating to make. Congratulations on this one-of-a-kind find and the delightfully fun and informative video. Sidebar: I'm a horse-person too and would love to ride aside. I think my little reined cow horse mare would tolerate learning (my jumper def. would not!) but, alas, no trainers nearby!
love this so much ❤️❤️ the tailoring is exquisite & for it to have lasted this long in such good condition is incredible. as a horsey girl this makes me so happy!!
Amazing! And thank you for the history of both the maker and the owner; it adds a really nice touch and rounds out the story of a garment when one is able to do so. Also, Nicole's reactions at the end were priceless!
@@MrsFitzDarcy1 My sidesaddle apron is from the Suitability pattern. It’s a crazy pattern because of the zillions of darts for the knee, but it looks great completed.
fascinated by the longstanding link between Style of the wealthy and Practical Sports wear of the Horsey Set, I would love to see content about your take on this. Great Exploratory Reveal!
The history of the shop that made this added to the extremely well made suit omg I literally had tears in my eyes wondering if this is the only thing left of that amazing shop besides the building
This is bespoke tailoring, and has aspects which bespoke tailoring on Savile Row still have. The cotton lining is Silesia- still used by tailors and in theatre today. The very uneven seam allowances are also still used.
When did the safety apron come into play to replace the skirt which depending on whether she went hunting getting hung up on clothing was a concern. These as far as I know are still made today.
Abby and Nicole make my Sundays a much better day. I can go work on my much needed historical research and when I see ladies riding I will have a better idea of the clothing they are wearing. Oh and I am adding Josephine to make list of women my students need to know about for Women's history month.
::swoons:: I was not prepared but my heart is a flutter from this dazzling find.😳🤯😲🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 Abby is out here discovering and sharing magical past fashion goodness and giving us wonderful history lesson of interesting persons. She was amazing!!!😍Need me one of these awesome riding habits.
Riding sidesaddle is fantastically fun to do! I especially enjoy how people riding toward me in the ring startle as they come close enough to notice that I'm aside! And the older man on the fence who warned me how dangerous it is and how his grandma got hurt. If you want a laugh, read horse show rules for what you are still required to wear under your habit and what exactly what you need to have in your sandwich case. The judge is allowed to check your clothing and wine if she wants 😂
The properly fitted riding habit skirt, when fastened up for riding, brings the end of that delicious swoop to the end of the bent knee when seated. A proper top is like a bullet proof vest, very protective in case of falls or wayward tree branches! I could imagine this woman riding Hyde Park, as was done, on Rotten Row!
This!!! This was a great video and needs to become a series!! It was so cool hearing about the person who wore it but where it came from as well. I hope you try and do more like this because I really liked it!
I rode side saddle once. Those women have serious skills!!! Folks it is NOT easy. And jumping in one 😳, wow!!! Amazing women. However, I did not consider the fashion while I was doing my very best to stay on the horse. I'm kinda of in love with the riding habits. Thanks for the introduction to this piece of history ❤️
I bet it was so exciting for you ..It’s harder to see on screen than in real but it looks Amazing .Shows how good workmanship can withstand Tim..Unlike flimsy materials and factory produced garments that are made nowdays..I take it the lady herself moved from here to the Americas hence you have the garments now 🥰
Okay, I'm a few months late to the parade, but as an equestrian, a former saddle seat rider, and a Pomeroy (Saint Mary-of-the-Woods Alumna) I MUST make a riding habit! I'd guess this would make incredibly warm riding gear this winter!
Thank you This is fascinating. I had a similar experience with the vintage skiwear trousers of my parents which I made over and used when I worked in the ski industry.
Love this video! There is a book called “The Young Lady’s Equestrian Manual” 1838, and as a fellow equestrian you’d probably enjoy reading it as much as I did!
The history was really interesting. You do so much research. And this reminds me to do research when I am curious about something. I got some magazine clippings from 1874. And this inspired me to go back and find all the information I could. Now I just want to drop everything and do 1870’s!
I thoroughly enjoy the unboxing of the riding habit! She must have had an interview life with many adventures. I was struck that house was still there. If it were here it would have been torn down after 50 years to make room for an apartment complex.
I wonder if there was a coat factory on New Burlington St?
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Sharing a historic riding habit is cool enough but to be able to share about who owned it and the tailor is a real treat that rounds out the experience. Nice one!
thank you! I was so happy to be able to tell a story with this piece!
Agreed. It’s just a whole nother level of cool.
I would imagine having to unbutton part of the skirt to access the pocket would have been more of a feature than a bug given the purpose of the garment. So if you go riding your coin purse and/or keys wouldn’t go flying out of your pocket somewhere in the countryside.
that's what i was thinking too! there are those buttons on the back to help keep stuff secure so it wouldn't be too much of a task to get to.
Tiny historical snippet re "New Burlington St, W" - rather than being like the designations on long US streets, that "W" for West is a super early postcode (zip code). Postal districts were added to London addresses in 1857 and 1858. The modern postcode for that address is W1S 3BE, retaining that W postal district.
High pitched excited Abby (and Nicole) is just the most uplifting content
made me imagine her as a little mouse forgaging in autumn leaves talking to itself while looking for food
Can you imagine the good that this woman could do in the world today with the resources that woman have available now? She was a kick ass woman - especially in the area she grew up in. I’m familiar with that area of NY, intimately, because my mother grew up 40 miles from Auburn, NY and it’s nothing but a mining area with very little to do in regards to society.
Pants: Predecessor to full seat breeches? I wonder if the reason behind the pocket location was intentional so things in the pocket wouldn't fly out while riding.
I agree on all of this!
As an equestrian I am so here for this!
(Hold my horse while I make one myself!!!)
"They tailored the :: squeaky :: out of this".
Yes, they sure did. The seaming on the bodice(?) at 15:30 is amazing.
Learning more about the women who wore the clothing is just awesome! I am grateful that you’re sharing your knowledge and excitement!! Thank you!
It's wild that the house is still there!
That lining is straight 🔥, so many Victorian pieces either don't have lining or have really poorly cared for lining. That's a really nice piece!
I would DIE if you patterned this....... 1890's riding habits have always been my favorite of all the styles in dress history
I wonder if any of our everyday clothes will even make it to the next 10 years, not even 100. This is gorgeous!
I have always wanted a 1890's riding habit with the corset. thanks so much for sharing.
Oh, WOW!! That’s just so stinking cool!! Nicole’s squee was too cute. The history behind it is wonderful...and to know the building where it was made is still standing? So special! She’s simple, yes, but she’s so elegant with those clean lines. What a treasure you have, there. Thank you so much for sharing her.
So...how goes your Tarot adventure? I hope you’re finding it interesting and enlightening, or at least entertaining! I don’t claim to be an expert, by any means, but if you have any questions, I’m happy to share my experience, if you like. I’m quite interested in Astrology, do you have any book recommendations for beginners? Just a general nudge in the right direction would be most welcome, if you have a moment. If not, I completely understand. You’re a very busy person! 🙂 Wishing you and yours the best, and have a beautiful two weeks!!
Tarot is kinda ... not on hold...just...comes in waves...lol but as for astrology - I think Chani Nicholas's book - You Were Born for This is *amazing*, and I do have a podcast/youtube channel - The Astrology Podcast - Chris does fantastic work and really pushes to bring *quality* astrology content to the masses. So when you first start listening it's a bit overwhelming, but the more you listen, the more you understand. I also 10/10 recommend the Chani App. It's amazing for getting to understand your chart better. :)
I understand. Tarot can be a lot of just rote memorization, and ain’t nobody got time for that! Keziah Gibbons has a lovely audio course on Insight Timer (best Meditation + app on the market, imho) that I recommend, if you’re interested.Thank you so so much for your recommendations!!! I am on it like Blue Bonnet. I’ve always been kinda daunted by the sheer amount of information out there and never knew where to start. Give those fur babies some scritches for me!!
What a treat! I too have a deep fondness for riding habits, I remember much dismay as a very young girl learning they were no longer worn ie I would never get to wear one much less have one.
Also remember having a hard time imagining how one rode side-saddle. Eventually in my late 30s I had the opportunity. Having just really learned how to ride (versus sit on a horse when it moved) and sitting the trot still barely natural) I was a wee bit timid.
That was before I first faced how on Earth to mount!? Somehow my instructor more confident than I assured me simply pretend you're wearing a long skirt. Shocking how easy it was not only to mount but actually jump fences 😆 even replacing leg aids with whip was a breeze.
Needless to say I have yearned ever since for a riding habit every bit as much as I had as a child after that.
So this un-boxing a particular joy for me and I am so glad for you too. 😋
That is so very amazing. The style of the pants hasn’t really changed over time which is really surprising. It’s been taken care of which is amazing but there’s a tiny part of me that wishes it wasn’t. Just so that we could see inside. The fact that you have the history of the owner and found out about the maker makes it just that much more amazing!
That drawn out "Yesss" when you asked Nichole if she wanted to come see it! I really hope that one of you makes it!
And the little excited sqeaks 🧡
I appreciate the extra detail (and work) that went into showing the broader history behind the garment. I liked how you showed a bit of the paths you have to go down to get the information so people understand it's not as simple as a quick google. Great addition to these garment videos!
I think a riding habit with trousers has become my first Dream Project! I have a bad IT band & a loose gender identity, so ankle/floor-length skirts have always been unappealing... but the tailoring on this lady. THE TAILORING!
I love Riding Habits. I'm so glad that you made that wonderful video about the dress of my name sake, it was fantastic to watch^^
I was waiting the whole video for Abby to get Nicole lmao 😂 I was not disappointed
Anyone else get super excited when we get an Abby video and we not only get gorgeous clothes but we get to learn something new.
Wow! I love looking at historical clothing and thinking about who wore it and about it’s history. This garment really brings that history into the light and it makes my heart happy!
This video has some wonderful out of context moments.
The research into the tailor and where the clothing came from was fascinating. Thanks for sharing with us.
So beautifully tailored! I will never be able to visit a public rest room now without dreaming about victorian riding habits!
Abby, you're not just a great historian. You also have an instinct for presenting facts visually so you keep the audience engaged. A lot of documentary film makers would give an arm and a leg to have that talent.
My ADHD: "stop watching the God damn video with all the audio glitches, I cant take it"
The abby fan inside me: oh shut it and deal with it, were watching the whole thing, you have no choice 🤣
I will never get tired of watching Abby geek out over vintage/historical clothes. Loved the background of this riding habit. Honestly, I'd never thought about the mechanics of keeping your skirt down while riding side saddle. Lovely video Abby, thank you.
maybe it's just me but sometimes on the close-up shots I lose track a bit of what seam/hem part of the garment you're talking about & I wish you would point to it or explain things a little clearer for peeps with very little tailoring/dress history knowledge
But these videos are some of my favourite content on YT right now!! they're so interesting, I don't think I would ever get the chance to look so closely at antique clothes if I hadn't found this channel, so I'm really glad I did
also made me laugh so much when you got to the busted crotch of the pants and were like 'relateable' cause I was thinking exactly the same 😂
I think the construction of the skirt might be the most fascinating garment I’ve seen! I hope someone in the costube community takes on trying to recreate it or something, as I have little to none sewing ability (trying to improve little by little though!)
P.s. I LOVE the white flower shaped buttons on your dress!💕
Aww! Cute pictures of mini Abby with horses! Thank you for sharing this amazing garment!
There's so many things I love about your videos, but one of the things that bring me so much joy is all of your historical research, and a little story about Burgesses company and its location just warmed my heart. I just moved to Maine and a lot of the historical buildings still have their old names on the top with their current occupants underneath them so it's really neat to see that history surviving
PANTS?! Frickin' *scandalous.
*awesome
I love Abby reacting to vintage garments, the enthusiasm and love she shows is just so wholesome.
As a lifelong Horse Girl and a recent enthusiast of historic fashion (thanks to channels like yours), I ADORE THIS.
I was also a equestrian and I loved wearing my grand parents breeches from the 20's/30's. They were more comfortable than the tight modern breeches. The wool were better looking but way to warm and if you needed the bathroom you better plan ahead. I wore cotton marine breeches from ww2 so comfy.
I always wanted to learn side saddle. Mom & Dad had safety concerns with the jumping. Also the saddle was EXPENSIVE!
Abby fan-girling is giving me the serotonin I definitely needed! Thank you for your content!!
I got excited when I saw the offset seams (because clothes today dont have them) I learned they are called 'inlays' so the garment can be taken out. I learned this back in 1996 though when tailoring was a part of my fashion design course, could be called something else by now. I love old school tailoring and can totally relate to Abbys fangirling!
She is in such good condition! I love that she's found such a good home now, she'll be loved and cared for like she deserves
Me shouting at the screen when it is being unboxed: "Breathe! Abbey Breathe!"
Seeing you two so excited about this is all the serotonin
If you watch Flambards episode 1 you can see how a habit fits over a side saddle. While walking you keep the skirt buttoned up. In the saddle you unbutton the skirt so you can drape it over your legs.
The little band of red white detailing is to die for...so perfectly proportioned and sophisticated. Anything more and it would verge on overdone or tacky. And the shaping of the trousers is amazeballs...I bet she looked stunning in them and I imagine her walking with a strut knowing that under the slightly odd shaped skirt she was rocking amazing trousers. Back in the 80s there was a stirrup pant craze...they did not look as good.
I grew up near Auburn NY and I had a guidance counselor named Ms. Pomeroy.
Ooh and Burgess Clothing! You can still see big black wooden signs with Burgess Clothing in white block letters all around Auburn on the sides of buildings, houses, barns
It is amazing to have you go through the construction, these garments are not just beautiful to look at but beautifully constructed as well. Thank you for sharing.
15 and a half minutes before a "sweet jingle jangles!" I'm impressed!
I bought a sidesaddle at my maternal grandfather's estate sale - it was the western style with corn and peaches down the fender - naturally died - I donated it to a Salisbury Township ( Lancaster County Pa ) Historical Society 2 years ago - it was a great grandmother's wedding present - there was a saddle for her husband also
Fascinating - LOVE that you found the current No 1 is still there - sweet
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@@matildas3177 Thank you. I just wanted to give an update I’m going back home today.When people talk this much about their personal life on the Internet it’s because they need help and I’m really grateful to the people who have commented back and responded to me. Because when people don’t listen to you things happen.
Good luck!! My coming-out birthday is almost two years ago now. Here are some virtual hugs if you need them: 🤗🤗
No matter who you love, if you’re bisexual your bisexual ❤️
I am a bisexual woman married to a man for 18 years. We point out the hotties to each other, lol!
Congrats on being yourself, and very brave. Hugs.
oh my gosh!!!! Abby!!!! the part about the history of the building is SO AMAZING
YOU MADE ME CRY & GAVE me COLD CHILLS with your eloquent tale of josephine's day out on regent street
You really excelled in explaining the details of the pieces. The added history of Josephine, her family and learning more about you is greatly appreciated. Thank you for the way you brought the garment to life. Sending well wishes to everyone xo
Fantastic! How lovely to know the full history of the garment! 🐎💕
The skirts did have ties or hooks that were used when not riding to cover the bum and keep it from dragging, making it look almost like a regular skirt. The loop indeed was to hook around the foot to keep the skirt down while riding.
Cuffs basted in so they can be laundered! So cute with those stripes!
This was awesome - connecting the garment to the women and to their legacies. 🙌
I so enjoy your unboxings. Your excitement translates so very well. I get excited just watching you. Thank you so much for sharing!
Can always tell when you are impressed with a dress. "You want to come see it?"...and Nicole comes over.
I can barely darn a sock, but get all geeked out when I watch any of the historical clothing/fashion/costume/recreation channels.
I loved the investigation into #1 new Burling Street a lovely little love story to discovery and history 💕
Horses + Victorian clothing = (Julie Andrews singing) These are a few of my favorite things!
Okay, I'm from Texas, and have only done a tiny teeny bit of riding, but.. I'm like "padded pants? Y'all do padding on your pants?" And pants outside your boots?
I learned "Western style" riding. Our pants were tucked inside the boots. I used a bit of elastic on the inside of my jeans, to keep them under my heel, as my pant leg kept riding up. One hand only on the reins, and DO NOT loop the reins around your hand/ fingers / thumb, because if a snake spooks your horse, you can't disengage from the reins quickly, if needed.
And in class I got to ride an NDN style of horse. They have a sort of roundy horse body, with fatty backs. I discovered that I LOVED riding bareback on such a horse. It was easier than riding saddle. (Our saddles were rented, and were made for the average to tall person. I'm short, so getting on the horse was not fun, and it was hard to keep my feet in the stirrups.)
If I ever get the opportunity again, I am definitely riding. Horses are a bit expensive though.
I just had to go and look up what a Western saddle was, I have only ever used what is apparently termed English (haven't been riding since I was a teenager because of my health)
What a FANTASTIC piece to add to your collection, the tailoring is amazing! Probably why they're so intimidating to make. Congratulations on this one-of-a-kind find and the delightfully fun and informative video.
Sidebar: I'm a horse-person too and would love to ride aside. I think my little reined cow horse mare would tolerate learning (my jumper def. would not!) but, alas, no trainers nearby!
I had been trawling for one of your unboxing videos as a pick me up, then I saw the notification! Spoils!! Fashion & a history lesson.
That history moment was *chefs kiss* just right and very much made me invested
in the garment and all the work!
I would absolutely wear an outfit like that to ride in, it seems so practical and gorgeous
love this so much ❤️❤️ the tailoring is exquisite & for it to have lasted this long in such good condition is incredible. as a horsey girl this makes me so happy!!
Amazing! And thank you for the history of both the maker and the owner; it adds a really nice touch and rounds out the story of a garment when one is able to do so. Also, Nicole's reactions at the end were priceless!
E. Butterick & CO.!!! that street map!!!
I’m learning to ride now and eeeeep this is so exciting!! I’ve been planning to recreate a riding habit for ages
Hooray! I hope you're enjoying the process! Learning how to ride is such a great skill and a wonderful experience!
There is a horse pattern company called Suitability that has a side saddle habit.
@@MrsFitzDarcy1 My sidesaddle apron is from the Suitability pattern. It’s a crazy pattern because of the zillions of darts for the knee, but it looks great completed.
fascinated by the longstanding link between Style of the wealthy and Practical Sports wear of the Horsey Set, I would love to see content about your take on this. Great Exploratory Reveal!
The history of the shop that made this added to the extremely well made suit omg I literally had tears in my eyes wondering if this is the only thing left of that amazing shop besides the building
This is bespoke tailoring, and has aspects which bespoke tailoring on Savile Row still have. The cotton lining is Silesia- still used by tailors and in theatre today. The very uneven seam allowances are also still used.
When did the safety apron come into play to replace the skirt which depending on whether she went hunting getting hung up on clothing was a concern. These as far as I know are still made today.
Abby and Nicole make my Sundays a much better day. I can go work on my much needed historical research and when I see ladies riding I will have a better idea of the clothing they are wearing. Oh and I am adding Josephine to make list of women my students need to know about for Women's history month.
What an incredible acquisition! I truly enjoyed the added history of the owner and the establishment where it was made.
::swoons:: I was not prepared but my heart is a flutter from this dazzling find.😳🤯😲🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 Abby is out here discovering and sharing magical past fashion goodness and giving us wonderful history lesson of interesting persons. She was amazing!!!😍Need me one of these awesome riding habits.
Best. Unboxing. Video. Ever. So much history. So much passion. So much amazingness!!!!!
Riding sidesaddle is fantastically fun to do! I especially enjoy how people riding toward me in the ring startle as they come close enough to notice that I'm aside! And the older man on the fence who warned me how dangerous it is and how his grandma got hurt. If you want a laugh, read horse show rules for what you are still required to wear under your habit and what exactly what you need to have in your sandwich case. The judge is allowed to check your clothing and wine if she wants 😂
So cool. Having ridden English saddle, this is fascinating!!
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I would think she’d have her own key by now. LOLOL
OMG! I love the history you put here. That's the kind of detail I love...it will also help me in adding real information to a book I am writing.
The properly fitted riding habit skirt, when fastened up for riding, brings the end of that delicious swoop to the end of the bent knee when seated. A proper top is like a bullet proof vest, very protective in case of falls or wayward tree branches!
I could imagine this woman riding Hyde Park, as was done, on Rotten Row!
This!!! This was a great video and needs to become a series!! It was so cool hearing about the person who wore it but where it came from as well. I hope you try and do more like this because I really liked it!
I rode side saddle once. Those women have serious skills!!! Folks it is NOT easy. And jumping in one 😳, wow!!! Amazing women. However, I did not consider the fashion while I was doing my very best to stay on the horse. I'm kinda of in love with the riding habits. Thanks for the introduction to this piece of history ❤️
You have some amazingly beautiful clothing. I’ve always wanted a historical riding habit so I’m very jealous. xx
I bet it was so exciting for you ..It’s harder to see on screen than in real but it looks Amazing .Shows how good workmanship can withstand Tim..Unlike flimsy materials and factory produced garments that are made nowdays..I take it the lady herself moved from here to the Americas hence you have the garments now 🥰
Abby, was your audio acting out or the in and out of the audio was by design?
I'm not ashamed to say I gave an excited "oh!" When I saw this video on my notifications. And I was not disappointed!
Okay, I'm a few months late to the parade, but as an equestrian, a former saddle seat rider, and a Pomeroy (Saint Mary-of-the-Woods Alumna) I MUST make a riding habit! I'd guess this would make incredibly warm riding gear this winter!
Thank you
This is fascinating. I had a similar experience with the vintage skiwear trousers of my parents which I made over and used when I worked in the ski industry.
Love this video!
There is a book called “The Young Lady’s Equestrian Manual” 1838, and as a fellow equestrian you’d probably enjoy reading it as much as I did!
I bet it has that special stitching on the striped cloth so it can be replaced or washed when soiled.
The history was really interesting. You do so much research. And this reminds me to do research when I am curious about something. I got some magazine clippings from 1874. And this inspired me to go back and find all the information I could. Now I just want to drop everything and do 1870’s!
This video was so amazing! I loved the look at the riding habit and the history of the place where it was made!
That habit sure is beautiful. I am so glad it came into your collection!
I thoroughly enjoy the unboxing of the riding habit! She must have had an interview life with many adventures. I was struck that house was still there. If it were here it would have been torn down after 50 years to make room for an apartment complex.
This was very cool. How you get your hands on these items is just amazing. Thank you for sharing and do all this research!
Love it, the habit I made is so under done now, I really enjoyed your excitement.