Outlandish Clothier

04/09/2026

Throw-back Thursday. My recreation of Claire's stays, S1, Ep.2 - Castle Leoch.

"Mrs. Fitz dresses Claire" Stays

04/08/2026

Visiting this coming weekend.

Who doesn't like a man in a kilt?

Scottish tartans in the 1700s were more than striking patterns; they were woven symbols of identity, loyalty and heritage. Each combination of colors and stripes, known as a sett, represented a region (and clans later in history).

During this time, tartans were handwoven from locally dyed wool, meaning no two were exactly alike. Some used a basic check, a split check, a superimposed check, etc. And it wasn’t merely about being stylish; it was a proud declaration of kinship and allegiance.

However, following the Jacobite uprisings, the British government sought to suppress Highland culture. The Dress Act of 1746 made wearing tartan illegal (with few exceptions), transforming it from everyday attire into a quiet act of resistance.

And for those who have seen "Outlander," you should be well aware of this historic incident. (Also, have you visited our Outlander costume exhibit at Yorktown yet??)

Today, tartans are enduring symbols of Scottish culture and history, as well as a reminder of resilience, tradition and identity woven through generations.

04/01/2026

I have loved the wallpaper in the Laird's Bedchamber from the 1st look!

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03/28/2026

My favorite pair of stays. Will be showing them off this summer during my presentation of "The Under Of It All - Undergarments of the 18th Century". July 22 at the Silsby Library in Charlestown, NH.

Finally finished the Broken China stays. I'm quite pleased.

03/18/2026

Geillis' S1 Deerskin Bodice. (Meeting Claire in the herb garden.)

Recreated for discussion and display at the North Carolina Museum of History.

Private Commissions & Costume Rentals available.

03/17/2026

Yes

03/16/2026

03/16/2026

My current Spring Garden gown. A wee bit more work on the bodice & sleeves. I love yellow!

03/16/2026

Leoch Shrugs & Wilmington Capes are back in stock. Will keep you warm during those cold Droughtlander days. Slainte'!

WILMINGTON CAPES - $75.00
Available in Small, Medium & Large.

03/06/2026

Why we love them so much!

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03/05/2026

A wee bit of Outlander memorabilia in anticipation of tomorrow’s Premier.