Very high quality top hat that was delivered in a box commensurate to it's size. I had ordered two other hats from a different company and they were both crushed because of the small boxes they were packed in. This top hat and quick delivery was absolutely with the money. Looking forward to other Victorian purchases!!

The outfit is for a Youtube channel, but I've always wanted a nice top hat anyway.

Love my.Top Hat and I look forward to wearing it for a Dickens event at the Boston Athenaeum

I tend to dress archaically daily. Depending on what I'm wearing people call me: the mad hatter, Col. Sanders, Dr. Who, the Monopoly Man, the Joker, the Penguin-- the list goes on. I own several Derbies, top hats and Fedoras. I shop for clothing at thrift stores, flea markets and online. Shopping online is a gamble. I've never been cheated at Historical Emporium, where, like Sam Colt said, "All goods worth the price asked." Thank you for being fair.

Historic tour of Granbury TX

I was amazed at how well this hat was built worth the price of admission

I have always wanted a Top Hat. I purchased the Wahmaker Highland Frock Coat and have worn it to Court (I'm a lawyer). When it came time for the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Court House, I knew I had to wear my frock coat, but wanted a quality Top Hat that didn't look cheap. I ordered the Victorian Top Hat, the quality is amazing. The hat looks very nice and I intend to wear it occasionally come Winter. If you are needing a hat for a Victorian impression, I highly recommend this hat.

I'd been wanting a top hat for many years. I kept looking for one at hat shops - most don't carry top hats - and when I would find one, they never had them in my size, the shape seemed off or the quality was really not up to par. I am thrilled with the hat I received from Historical Emporium. The quality is great, it's a perfectly shaped top hat and the fit is perfect. This is the second time I've ordered from Historical Emporium and will definitely not be the last!

This hat far exceeds my expectation. it is well built and beautiful. for the price you can not go wrong.

Great quality and awesome price! Gifted this hat to my Masonic husband for Father's Day and he loves it!

This top hat is absolutely beautiful and the quality is amazing. The sizing is perfect. I would recommend this hat to anyone. The shipping time was great.

I usually wouldn't buy something like this but I figured, "what the Hell, might last me awhile". Indeed, I'm glad I bought this product cause of how nice the quality is and I'm looking forward to further purchases.

Made a 67 year old woman dream Come true. Wanted one of these For years. Excellent quality!

This hat fit as advertised, and was very comfortable to wear. In fact, wore it for an evening of Victorian era dancing and received many compliments.

I am looking for any hats that can look good while conducting Masonic Lodge. This had does not meet the standards. I thought it would, but it is too over the top. This can only be seen in person as opposed to internet. The shorter Top hats I got in exchange are working so much better.

Loved the look. Lots of great feedback. Had a couple friends asked to borrow them. I was best man at a frontier, wild west wedding.

Great.. authentic look of the old west

I have wide feet that require a square toed boot. My job requires black leather boots. I had just about given up on finding decent looking, comfortable boots at an affordable price. These boots fit well, seem to be durable, and shine up really well. I have received lots of compliments on them.

Great for historical reenactments and good enough for every day use. I use size 10.5-11. I ordered size 10 and they fit loose which is perfect because I use thick insoles.

very comfortable easy to wear great fit can be wore with most of my outfits i highly recommend these boots

These boots are made basically the same way as was done in the 1860s and issued by the govt., though men could purchase their own boots of a higher quality. Square-toed, they are wide enough for me and I wear a 9-Wide and might have been okay with a size 8-Wide in these boots. Well constructed and sturdy though unlined and your pant legs will probably have to be stuffed into them, but that's how these were worn back in their time. Excellent for reenactment. I shall be Lt. Col. Sawdust!

I wear a size 12 EEE, finally , a boot that comfortably fits, had others that did'nt even come close to these.

I have a fair number of western boots. Some were for SASS, others for snake country. I will summarize these boots so you can decide for yourself. Overall, for the money, they are a good deal. The boots are not lined so they will sag unless you stuff your pants into them. Soles and heels are leather and will not stand up well to water. I bought rubber sole and heel caps and glued them on with Shoe Goo, also sealing the leather edges, boot heel, etc. My foot size is 10D. I often buy a size larger (since I don't run marathons in boots) in order to be able to remove them; but since I read so much of these boots being oversize, I bought 10 normal width. The length is good but the width is way large. I added insoles. There is no spur shelf so getting these off (with a tight fit) will be murder. The tops of my boots measured 18" in circumference. Since these boots measure 18" from heel to top, without a large circumference it would be very difficult to get your foot into a narrow shaft, tall boot, without a zipper. Ever wonder why people buy tall boots with zippers...this is why. These are the tallest boots I have ever found and I have 6 pairs of high-priced kicks. I bought these for work I do not want to subject $350+ boots to.

I was a little leery when purchasing these boots as the price seemed too good to be true compared to what other boots in the same style run. Reviews overwhelmingly complained that the top opening was too big, which was a godsend for me, I have a hard time finding tall boots because I have massive Calf muscles and almost every boot is nowhere near loose enough in the stovepipe to get up my leg. These ones were perfect. Great value and made very well for the price. Toe is very very square, but i like it, reminds me of civil war era dragoon styled riding boots. Would buy again.

Purchased the tall riding boots in black. Fit very well. Satisfied with the quality. The only way they could have been better is if they were fully leather lined so the shafts would stand on their own.

Teriffic boots. Ordered one full size smaller than my usual shoe size, and the fit is perfect. Would happily recommend them to anyone.

For costume, light wear only. I returned them as I need something that is going to last.

In my Dickens caroling group, I've been using a more generic shaped top hat that was too tall for my overall head and frame shape. This John Bull shape is stylish and just right. It was a bit snug, but I was able to steam it and it stretched right out to fit perfectly!

I plan on wearing the hat with a Regency Tailcoat at this years Dickens on the Strand (Galveston, Texas). It will no doubt fit in well with the other Victorian era outfits at the event.

Such a waste of time and especially money. Didn't read the fine print about returns and extra costs for hat boxes because of their size.... Unbelievable. The return shipping cost $37.15 for a $75.00 hat. Never again. Won't be shopping with you any longer.

The Top Hat is perfect. I like the quality and the way it sits on my head. Well done.

I love this hat! Beautifully made and fits perfectly.

I was impressed with how authentic the top hat looks and feels up close. An added surprise that was not in the picture was a feather and hat pin tucked into the hat band. No doubt, you'll love this hat.

I purchased this hat for my husband for a titanic period party coming up. The selection, quality of the products and speed of delivery of this company is absolutely outstanding. We will definitely purchase future products from this company.

Awesome quality product!! I ordered a black John Bull top hat, and it is beautiful! The sizing was spot on, it arrived much more quickly than I imagined, and in perfect condition. I'm not sure what I expected, but I was more than impressed with both the materials and workmanship, and will gladly recommend Historical Emporium to my friends and colleagues!

Great Price and fits great. I have not worn this hat to an event yet however I can already tell you that I love this hat over the Coachman's that I have previously purchased couple of months ago. Coachman's hat feels cheaply made compared to the John Bull which is Ironic when you compare the prices.

The hat came quickly, the size was appropriate. The shape around the hat band is a tad strange, but I believe with some wear and sweat it will mold to the head. I am a magician and I will be using this hat extremely often and am pleased with the purchase.

Loved the black deluxe John Bull top hat! The quality was way more then I expected! I purchased the hat for my fiance' for Christmas and he loved it! Fit him very well!

I bought this for Mark Twain Days. Lots of people dress in 1860 attire for the event. I look like I just arrived out west during the Comstock Era.

Boots are perfect.

At first these look awesome. You can't even tell that the laces (which are plenty long enough btw) are synthetic. As far as the lining goes, I wish it were leather and not synthetic. I really like that the soles are leather, that kind of authenticity is hard to find. Generally speaking they have been very comfortable for the start ,however going up and down stairs is slightly bothersome. After wearing them 5 times they already have multiple wrinkles and I don't expect them to last more than 2 years. If you need these for "costume" purposes and not everyday wear like me they are perfect. Despite all these issues I would still say that they are a decent inexpensive addition to my wardrobe.

I love these boots, so cool, so sharp style wise. But I take 1 star away because the laces were way too short, they were meant for shoes, not boots. I had laces from another pair of boots that I replaced them with, no big whoop!

After slipping these boots on, I was surprised that they were very comfortable as far as boots go. I wear a sz 10 and I expected a tight fit. These are nice and roomy, not too stiff and the ankles were not at all as bad as one review implied. Worth the money? Every penny! Beware: As with any good leather soles, these are extremely slippery and need a good asphalt dance at once. Very very happy with Historical Emporium as usual.

These boots look just as nice as they appear in the photo gallery on the website. However, take note of that stiff ankle. The leather there is also just as stiff as it appears in the photos! As soon as I put them on and took a step, I realized I'd sadly have to return them. If I had kept them, I would have worn them to one event, and then I would have never touched them again. If you're used to high ankle dress boots, I imagine you'd be fine. But if you aren't used to it, you're in for a wake-up call! Still, I cannot say enough good things about how classy they look.

I have trouble getting boots and shoes to fit. But these were absolutely great. Love the feel of them.

Well made, classic style, leather construction, nice shine. Leather soles a little slick until you wear them for a while to scratch up the bottom for traction. I went a size larger since my feet tend to be slightly larger than 10. Glad I did. Figured I'd have to wear an extra thick sock, but they're not loose at all. I've worn them for several hours at a time already and no discomfort at all, nor do I feel they give me inadequate support where it counts on my feet. Very happy with purchase.

I received the boots in just a few days after I order them,they were packaged very professionally. The boots looked great but the souls were very slick and the function I was going to the sidewalks and roads maybe wet or even have snow on them. I tried the boots on and they squeaked louder than normal leather dress shoes or boots. I returned the boots without any problem and was refunded fully in just a couple of days.

These shoes look authentic to the late 1800's or early 20th century. They fit and look great.

Well made shoe/boot

Exactly what I was looking for. I put a scoring blade in my utility knife and lightly cross-hatched the sole to provide just a little more traction. They are great in the garden as the smooth sole does not cake up with loam and they polish up good enough to wear with my tuxedo on formal occasions. The pair weigh less than one of my former work boots.

Best dress shoes ever! Very convertible (Recommendation walk on rough concrete before event) an everyday wear.

I purchased these boots for my husband as a Christmas gift. He loved them. We are extremely pleased with the quality and fit. Worth every penny!

Kid leather may be a bit too thin for absolutely top rating.

Special outfit for a western presentation at the Dalmatian Club of America Nationals

To keep my trousers up from around my knees/ankles.

The braces are very well made and comfortable.

I like them!

First time ever wearing proper braces and a positive experience! Keep pants in place and quite comfortable.

I have worn similar ones before, these appear to be well made however, the pants that came with the tuxedo with tails ordered on this site came with belt loops, an unexpected and pleasant surprise. I used a belt instead.....

This is a little unusual than regular suspenders with the y back. But actually is pretty comfortable.

Nice product. Unfortunately I should order a short instead of regular as suggested. Will be returned.

I've never owned a pair of suspenders before. Frankly, I don't know how I went so long without them. I have a bit of a belly, so belts are uncomfortable and only for special occasions. I bought them to hold up my Reilly Plaid Trousers. They are a comfortable alternative to a belt. They have a wide range of adjustability, and I don't feel like I'm getting squeezed. They fit perfectly on the buttons sewed in to the trousers. The clasps are tight, so I don't have to worry about them migrating throughout the evening.

All the attention to detail, the arm bands, the hat, the tie, and the suspenders, created a perfect historical outfit.

They are great and the delivery was fast and efficient.

Comfortable and plenty of adjustment for even big and tall.

I bought these awhile ago b/c I was looking for black suspenders to go with outfit. They look nice but I found after doing quite a bit of walking my tucked in shirt keeps untucked. To get to the point the elastic y braces where pulling out my shirt and pushing down my drawers. I could be a bit bouncier than most while walking but that's my review on the particular braces. If maybe there was just elastic on back not front they would work better.

They are perfect. Very high quality

I was very pleased in the fast delivery time. I naturally tried on the shoes as soon as I got them. The fit was great, so comfortable, they were like shoes I have had for a long time. Very comfortable, I wore them for a full day with no pain. I have a Victorian event coming up soon and I know I can wear them and not have any problem with break in time.

I must say, these gaiters look incredible. Very stylish, inexpensive, and fit with most clothing for sale on this shop well. However, I noticed two problems that I've had with them. The first one is that, on certain surfaces, the leather or some other material in the shoe leaves black marks on the floor. I'd advise being mindful of where you wear these as it leaves marks on the shoes themselves. The second problem I encountered was that there wasn't much sole support inside of the shoe. It can lead to them being slightly uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time. This can be easily fixed by wearing two layers of thick, wool socks (as I've found useful). Overall though, these are amazing shoes and I would recommend them to anyone interested, as long as you keep these in mind.

Luv The Black -- Goes With Everything :) Thanks Folks :)

Very thick so very warm, but sweet look!

I was looking for something different to wear to a Gala. I received so many complaints on the cravat I bought from these guys. Thank you !!!

WELL MADE. NICE ADDITION TO MY TIE COLLECTION.

I acquired this in order to dress as the Third Doctor for Halloween/Pop Culture occasions. I enjoy the fact that I have some length to work with as I'm not tying it in the traditional fashion. I don't know if it's a lighting thing but mine does not seem to be nearly as shiny as the one in the pictures. The material is odd feeling but it doesn't slip so I can tie it into a large bow tie without any issues. It looks really great with my smoking jacket and cloak from here.

Great quality ascot. Ties well, binds and holds well also. This item really set off my black and white ensemble and had many onlookers even come to me and ask to take a photo with me!

A very fitting piece towards finishing my outfit.

This beautiful piee was perfect and made all the better with the instructions on how to properly tie it on the wen site... wonderful customer experience.

I have been looking for a company with upscale quality. I blend my style with traditional and urban mature gentlemen flare.

Beautiful item looks well made and received it promptly.

Purchased ascot to compliment the recent smoking jacket purchase. I ordered the black ascot and the paisley pattern is subtle enough to see but not take away from the jacket. If you know how to tie a regular tie, same method just without having to tuck back down through for a knot.

I really like the Ascots I have purchased from your store. All the other ascots I have bought have been to short and because I am a larger man they are hard to tie. Your ascots are very nicely made and have great color. People who see me wear it give compliments and always ask where I got them... I will and have bought many more...

This was my first ascot. Not knowing what to expect, I was somewhat worried about how it would look and wear. Wow! What a great result! The order arrived quickly, well packaged, and the quality of the product is first rate. However, I wish HE offered a better selection of pins/tacks to accent it. But, as it is this is a great ascot and I highly recommend it!

Very Good Quality. Goes Perfect with the Smoking Jacket I also Bought from Historical Emporium. The Ascot Completes the Jacket.

Ordered a black ascot from the website and it arrived in the mail a week later. I wore it for the first time and received quite a few compliments. An inexpensive purchase that looks good on me. LOL!

Prettier in person than online

Very well made. Looks great. Still learning how to tie it, but I'll master it.

Lovely ascot and as described by the Gentleman's Emporium. Said gentleman is quite over the moon about it!

I ordered this for a show but will use it as often as I can. Both the fabric and quality are great

Using this in a play from the 1890s and it is just what I needed.

I bought this as part of my 1880's costume. It looks authentic and is surprisingly easy to tie.

I purchased the Tie for my brother. He grew up loving John Wayne and others. He's 71 now and still loving his wardrobe. I sent him pictures I found on your web site. That made it perfect for me to put a smile on his face. The tie he picked out was perfect. I researched other websites, but yours was the best. Thank you, Belinda

Love the two I purchased - one black and one red. I am really going to enjoy wearing them!

I am really happy to be able to wear this style of tie at work. It is comfortable, well cut and adds an undeniable touch of elegance. I highly recommend it for your ensemble.

It's a great tie, nice quality, the item was shipped quickly, and looks great with my shawl collar vest. Everyone was impressed.

Good quality, easy to tie, looks smart.

Light weight, versitile, goes with pretty much everything. I love this cravat, and moreover, it seems so does everyone else. A fine product, no Gentleman should be without.

It was nice just what I ordered Thanks

I received exactly what I purchased, very quickly. I'm no expert on this kind of item, but it seems to be very high quality.

The 'How To' video helped us to make this is a perfect accompaniment to the Sinclair Edwardian shirt.

Nice product, was exactly what I needed to finish off my costume.

nice item...but if you have a larger neck..this is way way to small to even consider tying it as shown in example. There is no way you can wrap it twice around your neck, even wrapping it once and trying to tie it is difficult

Exactly what was required for our display.

One Of The Best ..... Many Thanks

Arrived just as I hoped, material and well made. It will look great.

I bought this for my son who loves cravats . I wanted a cotton one for the summer. The cravat came very quickly . My son loves ed it. I do agree with other people that it is thinner than normal cravats so it does not cover whole neck.

This awesomely simple piece of clothing adds to any 19th century outfit, be it early or even late century, regency as well as late victorian. It is long enough to be tied in different ways to add some variety to your style. I have both silk/satin ties/ascots as well as this cravat, but if you are not so much a fan of satin and silk, this is a great simple alternative. The colour is wonderful, I also ordered one in black, the price is just great!

Very pleased with both of the cravats that I received. Nicely rounds out my impression. I expect the Historical Emporium will soon be hearing from other members of my unit.

This cravat has a great tobacco / brown mustard colour. I was very pleased.

Brilliant colour, comfortable on the neck and versatile.

Nice weight fabric. The color was what I was hoping it would be: a true dried golden tobacco leaf color. Great service too!

Just what the well dressed cowboy needed

I am pleased with the acquisition. The color was a little darker than I expected but still suitable. I will order from you again.

Arrived in a timely manner and product was as described.