Sunday, October 31, 2010

Consulting Curator, Janet Y. Larose, Esq.

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Janet and Lawrence Larose are active in the art, fashion and museum communities from New York City to Portsmouth, New Hamsphire and are Stra...
Monday, October 25, 2010

Sarah's "Lacie" Dress

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This just in--designer Sarah Beth Johnson's sketch for her formal dress design, inspired by "Lacie" from the Strawbery Banke M...
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Thursday, October 14, 2010

It's all about the shoe!

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It is safe to say that Silkbrocade is obsessed with this shoe! These are the most recent shots by Ellen McDermott of the Lady's London s...

Mabel Decatur Storer's Wedding, Goodwin Mansion, 1884

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Mabel Decatur's holiday wedding, December 30th, 1884, must have been a breathtaking event. Her creme gown, of satin silk weave, embroide...
Sunday, October 10, 2010

Brooches, Caps and Collars: Adornment in Portsmouth Portraits, 1800-1850

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Not to be missed! The Portsmouth Historical Society will present a gallery talk by curator Sandra Rux for the exhibit “Brooches, Caps and Co...
Monday, September 27, 2010

cupcake from concetta's closet

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This sweeter than sweet homecoming dance dress was worn by a woman to her '60s Manchester West HS Homecoming -and she was crowned Queen!...
Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Ellen McDermott photographs "Lacie" at Goodwin House

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Another beautiful day at Strawbery Banke, perfect for a photo shoot. The artistic team of Ellen McDermott and creative partner Bridget Scia...