
The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking: How to Hand Sew Georgian Gowns and Wear Them With Style by Lauren Stowell (Author), Abby Cox (Author).
Lauren Stowell and Abby Cox of American Duchess have endeavored to make the impossible possible by bringing historically accurate dressmaking techniques into your sewing room. Learn how to make four of the most iconic 18th century silhouettes―the English Gown, Sacque Gown, Italian Gown and Round Gown―using the same hand sewing techniques done by historic dressmakers.
Dresses of Maison Gagelin 1846
- Hats from Mmes. Dronar & Marx, 21, Boulevard des Italiens.
- Dress fabrics by Maison Gagelin. Lace by Violard.
- Handkerchief by Chapron & Dubois.
- Gloves by Mayer.
- Corsets from Mme Dumoulin, 44 Rue de Basse du Rempart.
- Various items from Maison de Commission Lassalle et Cie, 35 rue Louis le Grand.
House of Gagelin was created by Charles Louis GAGELIN (1789 – 1875)
Chapeaux de Mmes. Dronar & Marx, 21, Boulevard des Italiens. Etoffes de Robes de la Maison Gagelin. Dentelles de Violard. Mouchoir de Chapron & Dubois. Gants Mayer. Corsets de Mme. Dumoulin, 44 Rue de Basse du Rempart. Envois divers de la Maison de Commission Lassalle et Cie, 35 rue Louis le Grand.
Source: La Mode 1846. Journal et gravures des mode. Bibliography of costume.
Related: Fashion in the Reign of Louis-Philippe. 1830 to 1848.

Support and Seduction: The History of Corsets and Bras (Abradale Books) by Beatrice Fontanel.
Thoughout the ages, women's breasts have been subjected to the endless whims of fashion. From the ancient Greeks to Mae West and Madonna, this light-hearted book charts the changing shapes of female beauty. The elegant and amusing images - including fashion drawings, paintings, photographs, and film stills - illustrate the often surprising history of the garments women have worn for support - and seduction.