#other things on my wish list include the perfect high-necked lacy black blouse

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gods you know what’s a fantasy Look I’ve loved for years

the two amazing redingotes of Evil Queen!Regina from Once Upon A Time

just. holy shit. is there any more of a Power Ensemble than black leather  leggings under a huge, billowing redingote with a perfectly fitted bodice? no. No there is not

if I could find a way to incorporate a similar vibe into my own “screw pants, my legs are theoretical, what do you mean this isn’t the Fantasy Late 1800s” wardrobe, I would be the happiest weirdo in the greater Boston area

I’m a bit inspired by this Emile Pingat reception dress c. 1885:

(from the collection of the Shelburne Museum)

(back view. the Met has a promenade dress, also by Pingat, in a similar style but green)

the frock coat inspiration is Excellent but it lacks the essential billowy quality I really like in the OUAT costumes

this merits further consideration