I was searching online for dresses that would resemble styles from this time period, not expecting I'd find one that is more like a recreation AND at a price I could afford. I didn't buy this to use as a costume (although I could of course do so) but simply as a dress for any occasion I'd want to dress up since it's just my personal style. I contacted customer service to ask for some more detailed measurements of the dress, and they responded very quickly with all the information I needed. Since my measurements are currently a bit between two of the sizes I went with the larger and figured I can have alterations made it necessary. Surprisingly, I don't think I'll need to. Even more surprisingly, the torso and the sleeve length of the dress are more than adequate for me - and I'm 6 feet tall! Overall, this dress appears to be well made, it has lovely detail to it, and the cotton fabric has a really nice thickness and softness. I already have my eye on some of the blouses and I've told a friend about the website because it's just such a cool find.
Aug 30, 2024
Ashley
Milwaukee WI
US
The dark color in the picture online does not show how very well designed and well sewn this is. Unlike costumes, this is made to last.
Feb 2, 2024
Nell Benton
Manassas VA
US
Love this dress. Excellent detailing. Stylish and very well made.
Oct 4, 2023
Crystal Williams
FARMINGTON ME
US
It's a real dress, not a costume, super detailled, top quality for the price.
Feb 11, 2023
Martin Boucher
levis Qu
CA
Cordelia Pioneer Dress- Black
I absolutely adore this dress! It is perfect for my Halloween costume. The quality construction and fit are impeccable. As a seamstress and costumer I highly recommend this dress.
Oct 20, 2022
Cheryl Nabati
HAMPTON VA
US
This dress is well made. Very good quality. Runs a little big. I absolutely love that it has pockets!
Oct 15, 2021
Rina K
Sacramento CA
Over all very pleases with this dress. It did loose a button the very first time I washed it, which was more than a little annoying. Other than that is is everything I had hoped for.
Oct 17, 2020
VoyagingMoon
Sunnyvale CA
US
Great fit... except for the sleeves
The dress fits my torso like a glove, but the sleeves are incredibly baggy and long. Will be getting them tailored, but other than that the dress is great. Great material and historically accurate.
Sep 11, 2020
Avery Jean
Riverside CA
US
Black Cordelia Pioneer Dress
Loved it! Quality workmanship!
Mar 14, 2019
Ellen
Johnson City Te
US
LOVE this dress. Personally this is something that I will be able to wear all the time. The quality is excellent. This is not like a costume at all, but is a great dress. For me this fit true to what my size normally is. I originally sized up using the measurements but then needed to exchange for my usual size. Exchanging was quick and easy.
Jan 12, 2019
Katie
West salem Oh
US
Excellent quality.
Accurate sizing.
Great value.
Jul 4, 2018
Grandma Cookie
US
I purchased the print pioneer dress. It is so beautiful and I love the five button ribbon on the cuffs. I have received many compliments on this outfit.
Oct 4, 2017
Joyce
Redding Ca
US
Well made. True to size.
Aug 7, 2015
Phoenix
Mountain View Ca
US
Loved this dress,, of good quality and great workmanship for a reasonable price. I put together a costume as a Presbyterian Church Lady for our Florida town's rededication of its Presbyterian Church founded in 1895 (and still standing.) I had only to add a dickey with a standup collar, add a cameo, black hat with egret feathers and granny boots for an authentic look. The dress fabric is a dull black sturdy cotton with decorative pleats and embroidery down the front. Very authentic -
Sep 22, 2013
Betty Bell
Dunnellon FL
US