Edit: Hi all! I’ve noticed recently this video has been gaining some traction. Please keep in mind that this is one of the earlier videos on my channel, and is nearly 2 years old now, so my wardrobe has changed a lot! When I filmed this I had basically just started sewing. Now I’ve been sewing for over 2 years. I’m planning to film an updated wardrobe tour in spring or summer so that way you can all see how things have evolved. Thank you so much everyone for watching! Do you enjoy seeing "lifestyle" historical content like this? P.S. Captions are now up as well!

@LixiaWinter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I loved that!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

@@LixiaWinter Lovely to hear!! Thanks for the feedback, I'll definitely be doing more "lifestyle" type videos in the future 😊

@ericalarochelle3779

3 жыл бұрын

I would be interested in that!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericalarochelle3779 Thanks for letting me know Erica! I'll definitely be sure to include some more in the future.

@rustyclam238

Жыл бұрын

It would be nice to see the history of ladies hats. And also men’s clothing.

I love your wardrobe! I am 75 years old and have been thinking about making and wearing 1940s style clothes from the decade in which I was born. After watching your video, I just may do that.

@mylena3086

11 ай бұрын

Please do 💚🤗

There is nothing cringey about this. These dresses are uniformally excellent.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I think showing garments to a camera can always just feel a little bit awkward, at least when filming hahaha.

Knowing that you actually wear the historical/history bounding clothes in your everyday life helps me to find courage in me to do the same! Last month, thanks to the inspiration from your channel I actually created my first two historically inspired pieces of clothing! Wore them so far only one time, but well, better to start slowly

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! I'm SO proud of you for taking that leap and pursuing the clothing that makes you happy. Thank you as well for leaving this comment. It gives me extra strength to keep making these videos and working towards society normalising everyday historical dress. I hope you keep finding that courage in you. Just remember that the only person you should dress for is yourself 😊

@artifex1707

3 жыл бұрын

@@VBirchwood thank you!!!

@piccalillipit9211

3 жыл бұрын

I wear historical clothes [1900- 1930 mens]. Here is my tip - to begin with wear them after dark. Once you have worn an outfit a couple of times at night you will feel much more comfortable wearing it in the day - I promise. Adn it IS true what people say - that 99% of all the comments are very positive. It genuinely makes other peoples day to see you!

@francoislechampi2002

Жыл бұрын

stick to what you are, you will also help others to do the same

I believe your the only historical costumer Im subscribed to that actually shows their wardrobe. Its super nice and its ideal since from what I read, most people had maybe two or (if lucky) three outfits and cool to see what you wear. Im still just working on my very first outfit but this gives inspiration for other outfits 😄

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Loretta! I haven't seen any historical costumers doing a wardrobe tour either, so when this concept kept getting requested, I was more than happy to oblige, as people are clearly curious. I'm so glad it can act as a source of inspiration! What are you currently working on?

I love those 18th century jackets with the huge cuffs and sharply contrasting colors. They make our modern business suits look so boring. Add the tricorner hat, especially on a woman and it's just... stunning!

Thanks for sharing your wardrobe! I've been wearing 12-14th century inspired clothing for many years now, every day. I'm not into fashion, but prefer comfort and function and these early styles are, well, me! Last winter I wore a cotton flannel chemise under wool dresses, even when it was well below zero and was never cold. Our ancestors knew what they were doing! Keep up the good work!!

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

12-14 c. sounds just perfect for practicality. There is so much functionality to be found all throughout history definitely. Thank you so much for watching and for your comment! 😊

@kpettit2144

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I often get asked if I’m cold in my skirts. Nope, I’d venture to say I’m far warmer. I’m happy for modern advancements, but we really shouldn’t discount our ancestors. Sometimes they really knew better. 🥂

@Diniecita

2 жыл бұрын

How do you deal with going inside places? I like to wear 1930’s and 1940’s styles a lot and when I wear one to church I practically burn up in winter and freeze in summer. When you dress for the weather and then go in a climates controlled building its hard!

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

@@Diniecita Yeah it can be tricky! I say wear layers. So have a blouse, and then perhaps a waistcoat and a jacket too. With 30s and 40s they wore a lot of knits, so having one handy helps. Also choosing the right materials that’ll be temperature controlled. I find having your base layer be made of linen extremely helpful and then having natural fibres on top as they breathe much better.

@ragnkja

2 жыл бұрын

@@Diniecita That’s a challenge our ancestors didn’t face to the same extent that we do (because the temperature difference between inside and outside tended to be smaller), so we’ll have to find our own solutions to it. Layering seems like the easiest one to me.

I love them all so much! I think my favorite is the “little red riding hood” outfit 💜🫶

The white dress with the blue flowers 😍 and the all white one. I just love “Marie Antoinette” era clothing for women. So beautiful🥰

Very feminine designs, and I appreciate your desire to preserve that lost quality. Your wardrobe offers a lovely presentation of who you are.

I have no idea how I ended up here, but here we are. I was watching videos about motorcycle racing, guns and listening to some classic rock and hip hop. Next thing I know you popped up on my recommended videos and, well, you looked cute as hell in your vintage dress so I decided to see what you were doing. I watched a few of your videos since last night; finding time to sew, benefits of wearing historical clothing, sticker phobias, and now this one. Again, I have no idea why I am hooked all of a sudden on historical fashions (though I do love history) but I really enjoy listening to you talk about something you are so passionate about. Gotta love that. As far as your wardrobe is concerned - now that I have watched a few of your videos I am now somewhat of an expert on vintage styles so here's my two cents. 4:53 is very cute and I love how it fits you. It looks comfortable and very springy - the season, not the bouncy thing. 8:12 is very stylish and the white collar really looks nice in contrast to the rest of the outfit. However, my favorite is 7:46. I think it's because it immediately reminded me of Olive Oatman. If you go to her Wikipedia site, you will see a photograph of her in a dress very similar to what you are wearing. If you've never heard of her, she has an incredible story of survival under some very difficult circumstances. Her face was tattooed by her kidnappers and in the photo of her wearing that similar dress, you can clearly see the marks they left on her. I think that's one of the reasons her story stands out for me - the contrast of a beautiful woman in her sophisticated and fashionable dress, still marked by a time in her life that was brutally cruel. I remembered her photo not because of the dress she was wearing, but because her strength made it and her life worth remembering. Your enthusiasm, grace, class and sense of style apparently keeps me coming back for more. In other words, I'm not here for the vintage fashions. I'm here because you bring fashion to life.

I think it's pretty bad ass that you're wearing these clothes every day. I'd be so self-conscious! I'd love to have that kind of courage The sweater/walking skirt outfit is cute AF! So many beautiful outfits, but that one is my favorite

I have to say that riding habits always look the most elegant but your 'history bounding' (not heard the phrase before yourself) is fantastic and I've always mixed and matched different historical elements in my own personal style, when not having to present a certain business persona for work.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Historybounding is definitely a great way to nurture one’s self-expression but in a more “toned-down” way I suppose, which sometimes can feel necessary.

I really enjoyed your wardrobe, it all was lovely! I admire you so much for wearing these clothes for everyday! Thank you for the video!!

4:57 That blue and white suits you very well. Spring like.

You look so good in all of them! Your very classic beauty suits historical dress so well!

I’m intrigued by how many of these are so sculptural when compared to most current mainstream fashion designs. Excellent video!

Woow! I'm so glad i found this channel while i am getting more interessted in historical fashion and sewing (in general). Your style is absolutly stunning, elegant and versatile. I dont know if i ever would wear something like this (actually the red-riding hood capelet is something i would wear) but rn i can enjoy it on other people like you (and Karolina Zebrowska, Bernadette Banner,...). I also adore your second hand-sewed outfit! I started sewing the last 3 weeks but only made a dress into a skirt. I'm starting slowely. :) Anyways Greetings from a German!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Pati! Thanks so much for watching and for your compliments on the channel and my style! That's amazing that you've started sewing. Taking a garment and repurposing it into something else is a wonderful way to start. I wish you all the best on your sewing journey, and I hope that you make plenty of garments you love in the future 😊

I loved this look through your wardrobe! Thank you for sharing your clothes with us x

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your sweet comment Liz! x

Yes! I have been waiting for a video like this! I wish that all the costubers would do this because I love their clothes so much! And the opening was beautiful❤️

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment Lillian! I agree, I'd love for more historical costuming people to do this too, as it'd be so great to see their wardrobes 💜

@lillianhansen5464

3 жыл бұрын

@@VBirchwood Well you did wonderfully. It is always a joy to watch your videos and your clothes are beautiful. It was nice to see some flowers too, as where I am living we got a couple inches of snow overnight! Any way, I throughly enjoyed this video so thank you!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

@@lillianhansen5464 You're so kind, thank you! I hope that planet Earth blesses you with some gorgeous flowers soon 😊

I enjoy the Art Deco 1925-1930 era with the flapper dresses and fine silk dresses such as Jean Harlow wore in her early talkies. You can still find some beautiful pieces of Art Deco jewelry as it is more plentiful than the Victorian era.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Art Deco jewellery is beautiful, it's not an era I enjoy the fashion of though unfortunately, as I just feel far more comfortable in Victorian and Georgian clothes 😊 It's still a beautiful era nonetheless. I have a bit of art deco jewellery actually, in particular earrings, as some of the styles can be used alongside Victorian ensembles as well as they can have very traditional cuts at times.

I'm two years late to this video, but I would just like to say that I don't find anything about this video cringey. I totally understand the way things can feel cringey when one does them, if this was me and it was my video I probably would have said the same thing. You are stunning and look so natural in your historical clothing! I hope I will as well when I start to incorporate historical fashion into my daily life. Thank you for all your amazing work!

What a fabulous location with all those woodland irises! How charming. :) I’m so happy to hear about you and your historically inspired clothing. You seem to really enjoy your wardrobe, and that’s fun and inspiring. :)

I wore essentially a Victorian Corset for 7 years - 23/7/365. I LOVED it! Your comment about helping with workload was spot on, not to mention forcing good form for lifting (dead-lift style). There is a late Victorian/early Edwardian look that I adore, and I’ve toying with doing a complete 180 on my wardrobe to get back to wearing my corset. You have inspired me in so many ways! Thank you 🙏

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Dravon! I appreciate you sharing your experience with corsets 😊

Using a dirndl as a bodice, classic :D I read somewhere that dirndls were inspired by 18th century court fashion, so it all comes full circle!

This was so enjoyable to watch and so beautifully shot. ❤️

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Janie ❤️ So glad you enjoyed it 😊

I have so much respect for you wearing these everyday. Do people ever judge negatively?

I totally get that historical fashion has its benefits over modern stuff. For example no plastic and oilbased fabrics only natural fabrics. Easier to repair and if the shape of the own body doesn't matches with the clothes it is easier to alter them to the own needs. But I'm not at all into fashion for me clothes serve different purpuses, they keep me warm, they have bags to carry small things, they protect me from cuts and scratches if I work or go through thorns in the woods and they prevent that anyone is offended because I'm naked. Purpuses that they don't have to fullfil in my eyes is to look good. A hat for example has its purpuse it shields my head and eyes from the sun. On rainy days they keep my hair try. If I'm in an enviroment where the risk is given that anything falls into my hair or neck a hat will prevent that, but all this doesn't need a feather attached to the hat. Same with any kind of jacket it needs as much buttons as it needs to keep it closed and maybe on each sleeve one to keep the sleeve thight but no extra row of buttons just for the looks. But these are all critics that also are for modern fashion there is too much that has form over function but I would prefer function and nothing extra.

this was a great video vasi! it was really lovely to be able to see all your clothing and how you put ensembles together, and your voiceover was very nice to listen to👏🏻 also really appreciate the filmatic shots in the woods🙌🏻😍

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jae!! I'm so glad that you enjoyed the outfits and the video. I'm so grateful for your continued support!! 💕

The first look is giving Beauty twinning Beast's outfit

Not cringey at all, but completely fabulous x

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Yes, very enjoyable, please keep sharing your favorite outfits, different pairings,for example if you find something great to go with one of your walking skirts etcetera. I would enjoy knowing how you discern if am item is a good value and quality. Its especially hard online. So, hearing how you find reputable shops for clothing, materials and accessories, is always good to hear about. You are a delight-

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Ah that’s a great idea to explain how to recognise quality! I’ll add that to my suggestions list, thank you. I’m planning to starting doing more short pairing style videos (probably little lookbooks) so stay tuned for those 😊

THAT BLUE is just stunning...

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It is one of the best colours (in my opinion).

Makes me want to wear my kilts and other 1700-1800s clothes more

What a delightful video! I really enjoyed seeing all of the lovely outfits you have made.....by hand! Wow! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work 🧡

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Karen! 🥰

I've started wearing Norse/Viking era clothing. Everyday. I bought a real Swedish reproduction 100% Baltic linen made tunic and belt from real oxhide and black chinos and just black boots as I'm saving up for historically accurate boots reproduced after finding burials in Europe with shoes and boots as a base.

I love that you have the guts to be you and show people that modern aint What we must be or wear ..guess your an old soul stay unique blessed be

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Just loveeee all of it!!

GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!

The setting under the tree and the music are well chosen!

I love the way you make your videos! There's a softness and gentleness in the way you deliver them and with the beautiful music they are very soothing to watch. I love your wardrobe. Thank you for sharing it. I am currently making a chemise and a regency corset which I need to do a 2nd toile for to adjust fit and I have also, just commissioned a stays pattern to be drafted using the arc method fitting my measurements so hopefully I can have them completed in a few months and begin making my 18th century clothing. I plan like yourself to wear my clothing most days and I feel very inspired after watching your videos. Thank you for making them.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Robyn! That's very kind of you to say. That's very clever of you to have the stays pattern drafted to get that perfect fit. It's wonderful to hear as well that you want to wear them most days. I definitely do recommend it if it's what your heart wants, though of course, I might be a little biased 😉 I wish you the best of luck with continuing to build up your wardrobe and crafting a collection of clothes that supports your full self-expression 😊

Just watched again, so lovely

Gorgeous wardrobe, and it suits you so well!

Glad to see someone with the confidence to wear tasteful clothing in daily life.

Your garments are lovely. I too am now embarking on a journey to include historical inspired into my daily wardrobe. They will not be a direct replica but only an inspiration yet watching your video makes me want to do this even more. Thank you for the inspiration.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks so much Regina! I really appreciate it! My wardrobe has changed so much now already in just a year, it’s always a work in progress haha. I wish you all the best on your own historical fashion/historical inspired journey!

This is fascinating. I admire your dedication to creating and wearing clothing that’s pleasing to you, and pleasing to the viewer as well.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Gail!

I love the purple green fit too Used to have a beautiful coat in a deep green with a big olde hood and mantille which was lined with lilac silk or silk like material It's one of my all time favourite colour combos tbh Beautiful!

I did enjoy this very much ✨ Thanks for the tour ✨

Your wardrobe is lovely! That green riding dress is beautiful. I'm slowly learning to make historical clothing, very slowly. It's been so fun watching my wardrobe grow.

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥰 watching your wardrobe grow is truly very rewarding

Who else is here for her calming voice?

I love that plum silk taffeta 1860’s gown! Those accessories really make it!!

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

OMG FINALLY! I’ve wanted to see this for so long

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Justyna!! Glad your wish was finally granted 😊 Hope you enjoyed it!

Amazing !! 🤩

Awesome!

Beautiful clothes and a wonderful dedication to what you love and enjoy!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mel! I greatly appreciate your kind comment 😊

Lovely!!

With every piece you showed, i was more and more inspired by you and your wardrobe, Im so glad i discovered this amazing channel ❤️

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Awww thank you so much Rox!

MaSha Allah beautiful Dressing

whats important is what makes you happy and feel confident! its kind of annoying that we can't dress up in full historical without people asking if we're in a play or why we're wearing it.

Hello, I am just finding your channel.. and love it already! I particularly love the 1860s.. so I was really enjoying it when you wore 1860s fashion.

I am a student of history but I have no interest in fashion or sewing. I watch this channel every once in a while for one reason-You are the very definition of classy! Keep it up. You look great and should be an inspiration to others especially young girls who need to be shown an alternative to the low class, streetwalker fashion with everything exposed that is now the general rule. THANK YOU.

The plum brown ensemble with the hat is absolutely stunning on you! It just fits you so well and I mean the overall mood and color, and the hat! I love the hat, chef's kiss😙👌

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥰

I adore your riding habit so much I cannot even put it to words.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Awww thank you so much! I was really proud of this one after I made it I remember (it’s been probably nearly a year now) 🥰

Love your wardrobe. Such beautiful pieces that look lovely on you.

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

thank you for citing your patterns, now i know where i can go to make stuff like this too 🥺

I wear historical fashion too. I´m in highschool, larp and reenactment sewing is my life and all I wear is tunics, doublets, rennesaince inspired shirts and waistcoats, puffy pants, tight hosen... I made my own way through school, and nowadays, most people even respect me wearing a hat indoors (hats are a part of the clothing I love the most).

Wish more people started dressing like this. It would be nice to know someone who had some fashion sense to show me how to as well

All I know is that you have talent, alot !! And you look fantastic!!

I really enjoy your videos, well edited and full of great info. This was really interesting to see what you wear. Thank you!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the support Skirted Galleons 💕

Very cool. I really respect your authenticity

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stephen! That’s very much appreciated.

I can’t wait to graduate this year so I can get a full time job and finally revamp my historical clothing too! I wish I had the talent to sew my own pieces from patterns but one day I’m defo gonna commission a few proper pieces because I am in love with so many of these and very jealous

You have some gorgeous clothes! I definitely would love to try some light historybounding!

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Light historybounding is a great way to spice up a wardrobe 😊

I love the elegance of the clothing prior. I would not mind at all to see the modern fashion go away and the historical return.

I really liked a number of your outfits, but the bicycling sweater outfit is so cute!!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ompe8!! The design of the bicycling sweater was so cleverly made, and perfectly in line with the gigot sleeves that were fashionable in the 1890s. 😊It's cool how the Victorians could mix their fashionable trends with sportswear.

Thank you so much for this. It was very inspirational

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Arthur for watching! I'm so pleased to hear it was inspirational 😊

Your wardrobe is incredible. I've been binging your channel all day!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I adore your channel as well, you always make such interesting videos 😊

You look amazing in every single Piece of your Wardrobe 🥰

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Such beautiful clothes! ❤️

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Lovely

I am working on my first set to wear! Thank you for being an inspiration!

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Goodluck on your set! 😊

When I discover channels like yours, I'm surprised to see so few subscribers, but glad because it feels like supporting a small business; more personal, wholesome! However, hope you get all the success/popularity you can use.

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! The channel has honestly grown so much, but growth can often take time ☺️ it’s nearly 2 years now since I started this channel so it’s still “early days” KZread wise haha

you are absolutely brilliant!!!!!

@VBirchwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

love all the capes and caplets. wish i could wear the same, but the space is already taken by shoulders!! just beautiful, beautiful clothes, blue and green used together is not very common.

I didn’t cringe once. 😋 Love the light blue flower dress @5:00.

Very cool 😀

i really love the regency day gown tbh

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It’s probably my least favourite thing I’ve made, and it’s the first proper garment I ever sewed (besides a chemise) so that could also be why! Haha

It's ridiculous but I LOVE this video as references for my fiction!! It helps so much!! You look lovely!!💖💖

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Not ridiculous at all! My MA in is Creative Writing, so I understand needing references from various sources. Thanks so much for your comment and I'm glad that this video is helpful 💕

Well I gotta mention that I think Disney in general is a topic to be critical of esp in terms of the depocted clothing but some aesthetics just stick and are part of pop culture Even more interesting if you dive deep into the term history bounding I love nods and odes to styles that people love and I've always liked the idea of someone falling i love with someone else despite the society's marginalisation so maybe that's why the association popped up Anyways, what I want to say is I love your outfits and attitude and it is really inspiring So thanks very much And keep going, you're doing great 👍

Truly stunning pieces, and it's so interesting to see your wardrobe! Thank you for the peek "behind the scenes", I feel like this type of video is not usually seen which makes it all the more interesting. :)

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Since this video is pretty old now, my wardrobe has changed A LOT but some pieces I still continue to wear 😊

@kiramartinij

Жыл бұрын

@@VBirchwood Haha that makes sense!! I'm new to the channel so I've been watching old videos too. :) I think it's great that you have continued to expand and refine your wardrobe--that is something I find difficult, and I know it takes a lot of time, funds, and work. Thank you for sharing your historical dressage perspectives with us! :)

Gorgeous!☺️

Very nice!! Excellent tour 😊

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Great video!

Great stuff, thank you for the tour!

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

Not sure why I was recommended this video but I watched it out of curiosity. Really well done, both the clothing part and the outdoor segment. And instantly likeable host. I know this is quite the niche subject but I wish your channel all the best.

Would love an update of this!!!❤

Thank you :)

One of my favorite things about this channel is she is advocating inherently for more conservative modest clothing for women. I hope this channel blows up. As a guy I hope to begin to wear if not historical more upscale clothing soon, suit and tie. Formality and modesty never goes out of style

@VBirchwood

Жыл бұрын

I’m actually deeply against forcing conservative and modest clothing onto others. I believe in choice. I support my friends who choose not to dress modestly and vice versa. What I’m actually inherently advocating for, if you truly listen to what I’m saying or what I constantly talk about, is the freedom to choose and for people to be able to express themselves creatively. I’m deeply progressive in my beliefs.

@_scabs6669

Жыл бұрын

@@VBirchwood hm. Maybe advocating was the wrong word ma'am. I didn't mean to imply anything about your political beliefs. To give context, in the country where I live, imo American/Western culture praises promiscuity, especially on TV and ads, very sexual imagery all the time, it's bombarding! So on the other hand I think it's a great thing for young women to have a role model on this platform (you) who is saying and modeling that you can look beautiful without showing lots of skin! I think that's a really positive thing what you're up to :) at least showing the other point of view

U r so beautiful n ur work is so unique... Like sm university art historian.. but much more than that

Loving this! Don’t really need to comment, just trying to ‘help’ the algorithm along, because you deserve more viewers!

@VBirchwood

2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh thanks so much Sarah! I really appreciate it 😄

Very enjoyable! Have you made a video(s) about your footwear and stockings?