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Historical Emporium Reviews & Ratings



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Historical Emporium Customer Reviews, Week Ending 2015-05-24

Herb
MO, United States
2015-05-23
I needed a light hat for summer. The straw derby looks great and is nice and cool.
yadlek
CA, United States
2015-05-23
We needed authentic victorian attire for our trip to Yosemite's Environmental Living Program. Historical Emporium had the perfect items for us. Our order was received quickly and the fit was perfect!
David C
BC, Canada
2015-05-23
Very nice product . Should be a great for a 1920's costume party I plan to attend.
Mr. F
CO, United States
2015-05-23
This is a very nice traditional style vest. Thank you Historical Emporium.
Mark L
NM, United States
2015-05-23
Everything I order from westernemporium is as expected and on time ! The article I buy are for costume and everyday use. I get many compliments from people who talk to me about how era perfect the clothing looks be buying more articles of clothing from you!!! A++++ . Also customer service is the best by far of any I have had to talk to. They go the extra mile to make sure you are buying what you want and need!!! Mark L.
Brian
WV, United States
2015-05-23
It was awesome! Very professional. Great shopping experience.
j Witt
AL, United States
2015-05-22
Was very pleased at how fast my order was received and that it was exactly what I ordered. It came in time for me to wear it in my ballroom dance show routine. J Witt, esquire
DEbbie B
CA, United States
2015-05-22
excellent company to deal with. products are of good quality.
The M
ON, Canada
2015-05-22
It was a long shot that I could find the clothes I wanted and I was very pleasantly surprised to find a professional, high quality product.
Francesco
Treviso, Italy
2015-05-22
I was very satisfied with my purchase on Historical Emporium: the web site gives all informations and guides to help a new customer, delivery was fast, the unique quality of products suits well with their prices. I would recommend historical emporium to everyone and I will surely make other orders.
Diane
IL, United States
2015-05-21
They had the items I needed for a local music theatre production of Young Frankenstein. Items purchased were of excellent quality, reasonable prices, reasonable shipping costs, and fast shipping. My first experience with Gentleman's Emporium was a positive one.
C.Hamel
NV, United States
2015-05-21
Thanks for a job well done. All items we bought were well made and fit my husband like a glove. Handsome gentleman! :-)
Rebecca Churchill
AR, United States
2015-05-21
Loved this hat and so did my brother...that is who it was for! He wore it to his son's wedding wuth a regular black suit-he loved it! He received several compliments! Thanks for having a great site!
Cyn
CO, United States
2015-05-21
This is my first experience purchasing from the Gentleman's Emporium and I am quite delighted at the selection, price and shipping time. What a great first experience!
Exchange
ID, United States
2015-05-21
I ordered the wrong sizes on two gun belts and had no issues exchanges for the correct size. Fast delivery!
Lydarose
CA, United States
2015-05-20
You have lovely products and I will enjoy shopping there again. I am a docent at an 1890s house/museum and the Jenny blouse was perfect to go with my walking skirt as I lead tours.
Chris Beck
NJ, United States
2015-05-19
The buying experince was excellent; I had some questions concerning proper sizing on the vest and shirt I bought and the sales person provided the right information so my purchases fit right when I received them. I was also told that the Kimball shirt would come later as it came from a different source so I knew from the outset it would not be with the rest of the order. Overall, an excellent experinece and I will buy from them in the future.
Thomas
NV, United States
2015-05-18
It took a little longer to get out of the warehouse and into the hands of the post office than I expected
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Product Reviews, Week Ending 2015-05-24

Straw Derby
SKU: 003244
Herb
Hollister, Mo
May 23, 2015
Straw Derby
I needed a light hat for summer wear. The straw derby delivered just what I needed. It looks great and is cool.
yadlek
Turlock, CA
May 23, 2015
Love it!
This shirt is of high quality fabric. The fit was true to size and looks sharp.
Mr. Freeman
Federal Heights, CO
May 23, 2015
Klondike Vest Brown
A very nice vest and to me it looks identical to the image.
Brian
WV
May 23, 2015
Great
Great quality cravat. Not some fly by night product.
Francesco
Maserada sul piave, Tr, IT
May 22, 2015
Baker City Vest - Gray
Very proud of this vest: light fabric easy to wear and to move in it, it is short to match with high-waisted trousers of the period
Francesco
Maserada sul piave, Tr, IT
May 22, 2015
Mens Lace Up Boots - Black
The boots are fantastic! Very nice quality and shape for a resonable price
Francesco
Maserada sul piave, Tr, IT
May 22, 2015
Callahan Dress Trousers - Charcoal
I am very proud of my purchase, I select the right size of the pants following the size chart of the website, the quality is good; the fabric is mix wool so it fits better when the weather is chill
Diane
IL
May 21, 2015
Quality cotton coat
After reading reviews about this coat on this website and those of a less expensive, similar style coat on Halloween costume sites, I'm glad I paid the extra money for this coat. Very heavy, quality cotton and real buttons and button holes. As one reviewer commented, getting the coat to lay flat and not pucker requires a systematic pattern of buttoning it up. Because this will be used in a musical production of Young Frankenstein with limited time for costume changes, I will remove the buttons, sew them on for decoration only, and replace them on the underside with some snaps. Also, I followed a review by a person who was slightly larger than our cast member and ordered the M/L size; our guy was on the higher side of measurements for M/L. It couldn't have been any smaller for him, though the reviewer said he had room to spare. As long as I don't wash it, risking shrinkage, it fits our guy almost perfectly, though he probably could've been a bit more comfortable in the next size larger. For those reasons, I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. Overall, I'm generally pleased wih this coat.
Cyn
Loveland, CO
May 21, 2015
Brilliant
Lovely ascot and as described by the Gentleman's Emporium. Said gentleman is quite over the moon about it!
Cyn
Loveland, CO
May 21, 2015
Happy
This is a well-priced mechanical semi-metal pocket watch that has a fabulous design and is lovely to behold. It was appropriate for its purpose and we are pleased, at least so far!
Josh
Cleveland, Oh
May 21, 2015
Best. Hat and company
I was searching everywhere for this hat and I finally found it on here. It fits perfect and a fashion statement for a reasonable price. Truly appreciate their merchandise and amazing consumer service it was delivery on time well package. Trust me when I say you will love this hat
Straw Derby
SKU: 003244
MMF
Corvallis, Or
May 21, 2015
Simply brilliant!
A rarity among men's straw/palm hats, the Straw Derby as offered by the Historical emporium is simply brilliant. Light, comfortable, holds its shape well, and receives abundant compliments. Thoroughly pleased!
Adrian P.
Sydney, NS, AU
May 21, 2015
Best Vest
Love this Twin City Vest in black. Looks so classy with both my black silk puff tie and the grey silk puff tie. Intend on buying the Twin City Vest in grey, in future as well.
ESPJ
Midlothian, VA
May 21, 2015
Great Looking Vest
I ordered this for my husband. He wears a size large in shirts and the large vest fits very well. The quality is great and I love the color.
darrigirl
Fullerton, CA
May 21, 2015
Beautiful, but too long!
I love this skirt but at 5 2" it is about 5 inches too long, with heels! I'm going to keep it, but it's probably going to cost me a fortune to get it hemmed because they'll have to completely take off the ruffle, hem it then put it back on. Don't get me wrong, the skirt is gorgeous, I just wish they offered custom made lengths at the very least. I understand doing other custom made things like waist or bust could be hard because of the surrounding detail, like laces, or patterns. But it seems like custom made lengths would be an easy thing to offer your customers. Because now as it stands, this skirt will have to just hang in my closet till I have the time & money to get it hemmed, plus finding a skilled tailor that will know how to do it properly. And that's a shame to have such a beautiful skirt "just waiting to be worn."
Joseph
Billings, Mo
May 21, 2015
Timeless
I originally purchased this shirt in black. From the moment I put the shirt on, I liked it. Comfortable, a slightly heavier fabric, but a loose, cool fit. I liked it so much that I began wearing it about town now and then. Living in "the last best place (Montana)," this shirt fits right in.I received so many complimentary comments that I ordered it in ivory and burgundy. It may be a "period" shirt, but is truly timeless. Well constructed, nice details, and comfort galore.
Mistress Ellen
San Diego
May 21, 2015
BRUSHED TWILL RIDING SKIRT
I love it. Had to get a size bigger. But I was happy to get it. Easy fix . I will get another when you get more.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
Heavy and well made.
After looking at all the replica items, I choose the consolidator because of the awesome overall look, the green plastic bulb at the rear, which totally looks like real glass, the steampunk detail, and the stand or holder that comes with it. I don't recommend you take it out and start waving it around on a public street or in any crowded place, for obvious reasons. So unless you want to keep it in your pocket and maybe show it off to your friends, why not just leave it mounted in your house and gaze at it while you eat your breakfast, like I do ! Also, great to have on display when friend come over. Overall, its awesome to look at, heavy and well made.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
Super comfortable.
Works well to hold up my Humboldt Stripr Trousers. The leather attachments that go over the front and rear buttons are aligned just right and work well.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
Very high quality.
Five star rating for sure. Very high quality. Since this shirt is authentic to the victorian era, it does not button all the way down to open in front. It goes on by positioning over your head and shoulders and then pulling it down. If you weigh 250+, get a bigger size, like a 3X. I would go up one size, even though your measurements indicate a smaller size. If you are wearing a vest, it covers most of the shirt anyway. Glad I went one size up.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
Five stars for sure.
Five stars for sure. Come just as expected. If your shirt sleeve lengths are too long, these garters solve that problem. Love these.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
Very authentic.
Five stars. Very authentic. Works well with the a high collar shirt a bought.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
I give these trousers a five star rating.
I give these trousers a five star rating. Choose one size up. I went with a size 52 waist. Truly authentic victorian or western look and very comfortable. Unless you are super tall, be prepared to take up the inseam; for me, I went up 7 inches. I did it myself using special self-stick velco made for fabric, which you get at certain fabric chain stores. Or go to your tailor. I love these trousers. I also bought the matching homboldt vest. You need suspenders or Y-back braces to hold these trousers up.
R. Wheelman
IL
May 21, 2015
Five stars. Feels so real.
Five stars. Feels so real. Higher quality than expected. The 2X fit well, I'm 250 lbs. I wear it for everyday to office or other business type conventions. Highly recommend buying this item
pat m
gettysburg, pa
May 20, 2015
well made
Can find no fault with the construction, very well made - I am very particular about loose threads. It is a bit small but not sure it that is the fault of the sizing or that his belly grew more. Returning for bigger size, will be able to review customer service after that is completed.
Lydarose
CA
May 20, 2015
Elegant blouse!
I like the Jenny blouse very much. The subtle white on white-with-a-tiny-hint-of-lavender is so attractive. The only adjustment I had to make was to narrow the cuffs by moving the buttons in. But that wasn't a hard fix.
Adrian P.
Sydney, NS, AU
May 20, 2015
A Grand Finish
Adds class to the puff ties that I have already bought.
Adrian P.
Sydney, NS, AU
May 20, 2015
Very Classy
This tie tack looks as good in real life as it does in its picture. Gives a very classy finish to the puff ties I bought
Adrian P.
Sydney, NS, AU
May 20, 2015
Looks Good
I bought this one and the grey version and both look so smart when they're on. Very classy. Well worth the money.
Adrian P.
Sydney, NS, AU
May 20, 2015
beautiful tie
Love the grey silk puff tie and it looks so commanding when I have it on. Still getting the hang of making it "puff" properly but practice makes perfect. Also it looks good with the pearl tie tack I bought to go with it.
Ebb
Te
May 19, 2015
Double hoslster set up
very nice, a little big so will have to shrink or get just a new belt. other than that i really like the holster set up.
alex abela
North Shore, Au, NZ
May 18, 2015
Size
Regret the size I ordered was too big.

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