This year the Fort Frederick Market Fair took place as usual at the end of April. This was, I think, my 10th year selling at this event. It is an important show for 18th century sutlers (vendors) and buyers as we are all in one place with pretty much all you need to participate in living history, reenacting, costuming, LARP, etc. It is the best place to find those things you need from clothing, fabric, patterns, accessories (in my shop all you may need for jewelry), military items, rifles, knives, pots, pans, pottery, shoes, and everything inbetween that. I've been honored to sell there as the friends group does an amazing job of getting us in and out of there efficiently, and the park rangers help when there are any issues.
This year I dressed up one day in a 1790 outfit. It was not only comfortable, but the day I wore it we had such wind that I was able to get some great photos. My hat and matching sash was made by Miss Benford's Emporium, gown and transition stays made by Pauper's Modiste, and shoes by Rose Galante all found on Etsy. The outfit was inspired by a portrait of Emilie Seriziat, sister of Margaret Charlotte David with one of her sons. The portrait below is in the Louvre.
The other days, I wore my traditional 18th century gowns. I usually try to mix things up a bit, and by doing that I extend my wardrobe. I did not seem to get a photo on Friday, probably because my photographers were not there with me. Photos were taken by Krista Jasillo and Elizabeth Bersche.
