Milady's Bloomers
Like Milady's Chemise, this is that little bit of something betwixt you and scandal. Save your dignity when the wind blows, or you're thrown from your horse while fleeing pursuit. Climb the main mast or scale the castle wall without fear of impertinent remarks from below.
Drawstrings at knee and waist adjust them for perfect comfort; extra room in the hips means they never bind. Three fluttery inches of lace at the knee is a web to snare unwary hearts. And pockets! Yes, we said POCKETS!
Muslin; white only. Solid colors and prints available seasonally; contact us to see what is currently on hand.
Sizes listed below are waist and inseam respectively.
Your size will be the smallest that will accommodate your hips (the waist has to be pulled on over the hips, since there is no opening at the waist). The actual hip size will be several inches fuller. The inseam is from the top of the inside leg seam to the drawstring below the knee. The frill below the drawstring is approximately 3.5" long, including the lace. Contact us if you need the measurements adjusted.
Cleaning instructions: Swim the moat and storm the castle. Run bloomers up the flagpole to celebrate victory.
Broadcloth: Cotton/polyester blend, shirtweight. Does not wrinkle, shrink or fade. Permanent press (warm wash, tumble dry low heat, remove promptly). Black, red, burgundy, navy, hunter, brown.
Brocade: Cotton plus various synthetic fibers, with same-color woven patterns, which will vary. Sturdy weight. Dry clean. Blue, hunter, burgundy.
Canvas: Also called Duck Cloth. Stout cotton fabric with a coarse weave. Black, white, red, brown, or hunter green. Will fade like jeans. Cold wash, tumble dry low heat or line dry.
Fleece: Synthetic with velour-like drape; popular for outerwear. Good, practical substitute for wool. Black, burgundy, hunter green. Check for color availability before ordering; can vary with season. Washable, but dry cleaning is recommended to preserve the shape of capes.
Muslin: Garment-quality, 100% cotton (not coarse utility muslin). Cold wash, line dry recommended. White or natural.
Poplin: A cotton/polyester blend that does not wrinkle, shrink or fade. Heavier than shirtweight. Permanent press (warm wash, tumble dry low heat, remove promptly). Black, red, burgundy, navy, hunter.
Suede Cloth: A heavy, woven suede-like cloth of 100% polyester. Dry cleaning recommended.
Wool: A natural fiber from sheep; wool blends include man-made fibers of various kinds. Holds colors well. Dry cleaning is recommended, but may be hand washed in cold water and dried flat. Do not wring. Never use hot water or a dryer. For seasonal storage, clean first and use the moth repellent of your choice.
