Legend has it that Shut the Box was a cherished game among sailors and fishermen off the coast of Normandy some 200 years ago

tie the tape around your waist over your stays prior to putting on your petticoat

a style favored in the early 1700s for its practical shape and elegant silhouette

giving the fabric a smooth hand and an easy

The muted mint tone keeps the overall look refined while adding a quiet touch of freshness

Arabian Blue Silk Taffeta 1812trousers Legend has it that ShutAn Arabian blue silk taffeta with a rich, jewel like blue coloration that immediately captures the eye. The vibrant hue is enhanced by the natural sheen of the silk, creating depth and movement as the fabric shifts in changing light. Woven with the crisp hand and lively body characteristic of silk taffeta, this fabric is particularly well suited for gowns, petticoats, waistcoats, jackets, and other garments that benefit from structure and shape. It