JANE AUSTEN ADAPTED: Regency Style/Federal Fashion (Ep. 80)

Explore the fascinating elements of style in Regency and Federal era clothing, inspirations, and the fashion clues that bring Jane Austen’s characters to life with Alden O’Brien, costume historian and curator of costumes and textiles for the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Museum in Washington, DC.Episode 80 is part 1 of a 3-podcast mini-series, JANE AUSTEN ADAPTED, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the English author’s birth. Jane Austen (1775 - 1817) is beloved for her novels that capture English country life, societal norms, and romances that hinge on the quest for a financially advantageous marriage. TIMESTAMPS0:15 - “Jane Austen Adapted” mini-series synopsis2:44 - Introduction to Alden O'Brien4:30 -  Alden's role at DAR Museum7:09 - Regency and Federal era fashion11:21 - DAR Museum Jane Austen 250th birthday exhibition 14:31 - Historical context of Regency and Federal era style15:32 - Regency influence and relevance in contemporary fashion27:20 - Generic Break29:31 - Sources of fabrics and clothing products35:10 - Empire and colonization in Regency era45:30 - Preview of episode 81, “Jane Austen Adapted”47:30 - DisclaimerSUBSCRIBE to HISTORICAL DRAMA WITH THE BOSTON SISTERS® on your favorite podcast platformENJOY past podcasts and bonus episodesSIGN UP for our mailing listSUPPORT this podcast  SHOP THE PODCAST on our affiliate bookstoreBuy us a Coffee! You can support by buying a coffee ☕ here — buymeacoffee.com/historicaldramasistersThank you for listening!