I had heard of history reenactments before, of course, but I had no idea (as of this year) what a variety that these reenactments hold. Apparently, people from all over gather for the 1861 Athenaeum Girls' School in Columbia, Tennessee, where they account the lives of 18th century women. They learn simple manners, as well as how to act in games and activities, such as at the "garden tea". What fascinates me most about this, is the incredible dresses wear. They change a few times a day, from everyday apparel to their evening clothes or ballgown. The outfits are gorgeous and costly. A complete outfit consisting of more than seven articles (listed by layer) : undergarments - chemise (a slip), stockings, corset, drawers, shirt, hoops. And lastly, they put on the dress, shoes, and maybe some pins and bracelets (or earrings, etc.).
For this convention, there is a very strict dress code. You have to wear traditional clothes from this age only. All accessories, hair styles - even how you have your ears pierced - need to meet the standards of the code. Which all makes perfect sense, because the act would be spoiled if everyone ran around in cowboy dungarees and sombreros, right? If you're looking for a new and eye-opening summer experience, sign up for one of these!
For this convention, there is a very strict dress code. You have to wear traditional clothes from this age only. All accessories, hair styles - even how you have your ears pierced - need to meet the standards of the code. Which all makes perfect sense, because the act would be spoiled if everyone ran around in cowboy dungarees and sombreros, right? If you're looking for a new and eye-opening summer experience, sign up for one of these!
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