Going as a Suffragette on Nov 5th.
Oct 23, 2024
Theresa Fair
Terryville CT
US
Oct 11, 2024
Mary Sue Jedele
Elizabeth CO
US
A must have with the Edwardian Suit.
My wife picked this out to go with the Edwardian Suit. It looks great with the suit and jabot. We are excited to attend the next event in a good-looking kit.
Dec 27, 2023
James Rogerson
Tyler TX
US
Perfect but be sure your iron works
I ordered this blouse for a play I'm in, and the look is Perfect!! The attention to detail (appropriate tucks, long cuffs, etc) is excellent. Shipping was incredibly fast and email communication was great. I am delighted to have found this store - I love having an alternative to the (apologies in advance) - "cheap stuff from C..." that seems to be the only option on Amazon.
My only quibble (and it really is just a quibble) - I washed it so that it wouldn't look brand new. It washed fine, no shrinkage or anything...
But ironing it... Oh man. It takes a LOT of ironing! Ha, I guess it's been a long time since I owned anything that was pure cotton, I'd forgotten how hard it is to get the wrinkles out. ;) Eventually I went out and bought a new iron! LoL
(And yeah, I know this sounds kind of contrary: "so she doesn't want it to look brand new, but she's fussing about getting it perfectly ironed." I can only say there's a difference between straight-out-of-the-box and used-but-tidy, which fits the character I'm supposed to portray.)
Overall, I'm really happy with the item and will definitely turn to the Historical Emporium for future costume needs!
Nov 24, 2023
Suzanne Bell
Rochester NY
US
I love how it fits and the material quality. It is exactly what I wanted.
Oct 13, 2023
Jennifer Mullen
SPRING GROVE IL
US
During the summers of 1969 and 1970, I worked on Main Street in Disneyland. I wore a Gibson Girl blouse, long pink linen skirt with a pink gingham waist belt that tied into a large bow in the back. For this coming Halloween, I'm going to dress as a Gibson Girl. The blouse from Historical Emporium is PERFECT! to complete my outfit: Thank you.
Oct 13, 2023
Lena K
FULLERTON CA
US
Great quality and fit on this lovely blouse. I will add it to my Mrs. Claus wardrobe..
Oct 14, 2021
Mrs. Claus
Cordell OK
US
I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the garment I ordered. From the photos I was afraid the fabric would be very thin, but when it arrived I realized I was wrong. I am sure this shirt will last me for years to come crawling through early 20th century mines.
Really nicely made and exactly what I needed. I like that it's available in plus size and that it's cotton. Nothing more I could've asked for!
Love it, fits great, didn't even have to move the buttons! I think I need 20 more. Its a great staple blouse, good construction and quality.
Jul 11, 2020
Nessi
San Francisco CA
US
I love the style of the Gibson blouse, however, I returned it.
I purchased two different styles of blouses and returned this one.
I usually wear a "small" size. I ordered both blouses in the size "medium".
For me, the neckline and cuffs on the Gibson blouse were too tight.
I would recommend ordering one size larger.
The fabric on the Gibson Blouse was a lighter weight than I expected.
I kept the other blouse and enjoy wearing it.
Historical Emporium accepted my return of the Gibson Blouse.
I will be ordering from them again.
Feb 28, 2020
M. Hill
NE
US
Ladies Clothing, Jackets, evening wear and...
I took a chance & ordered this blouse online. I usually like to try on clothes & examine the material before I buy. It fits perfectly! I am very pleased with the feel of the cotton material. I can't wait to wear it on Christmas day. I wanted an "old fashion" look!
Dec 5, 2019
Gibson Girl
Kahnawake Qu
CA
This is a quality product with great construction and material. This will be a great basic for many historical costume events. The shipping was fast and it was nicely packaged.
I bought a large based on the sizing chart and the body fits perfectly but the neck and cuffs are meant to fit close and these dimensions should be part of the sizing chart. Also the length of the arm. I found the arms a bit short and the neck and cuffs a bit tight. It is wearable but I would have sized up if I had seen those measurements in advance.
Sep 12, 2019
Shannon
Seattle
Sizing was very accurate and quality of material very good. I followed the washing instruction provided and the blouse has kept its integrity.
Jun 15, 2019
Patty
Halifax
US