r/HistoricalCostuming is a subreddit with 127k members. The community frequently discusses dress, historical, costume, sewing, and pattern, and they frequently recommend/review pattern recommendations, machine, and advice and recommendations, and the most common flair used is i have a question!, finished project/outfit, design, in progress piece/outfit, and purchasing historical costume.
The art and appreciation of historical costuming whether it's your own work, something you bought, or inspiration you enjoy. Share your photos, your suggestions, your skills, and your thoughts on historical costumes.
Popular Topics in r/HistoricalCostuming
#1
Dress
30 posts
#2
Historical
25 posts
#3
Costume
20 posts
#4
Sewing
20 posts
#5
Pattern
18 posts
#6
Sleeves
14 posts
#7
Fabric
12 posts
#8
Costuming
12 posts
#9
Blouses
11 posts
#10
18th Century
10 posts
Products Discussed in r/HistoricalCostuming
Pattern Recommendations
11 reviews
#1
Black Snail
4.5★ from 2 reviews
#2
Laughing Moon
5.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Burnley & Trowbridge
5.0★ from 2 reviews
Machine
7 reviews
#1
Husqvarna Viking
4.0★ from 3 reviews
#2
Brother
4.5★ from 2 reviews
#3
Pfaff
4.5★ from 2 reviews
Advice And Recommendations
3 reviews
#1
Dharma Trading
3.0★ from 1 review
#2
Micro Velvet
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Sil Velvet
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/HistoricalCostuming
#1
I have a question!
: "It might not be strictly historical (I don't know enough about medieval underwear), but I really want to sew a pair of male underwear like the ones Geralt of Rivia wears in The Witcher 3. Does anyone have a pattern for it or something similar?"
38 posts
#2
Finished Project/Outfit
: "Finished Robe à l’Anglaise"
17 posts
#3
Design
: "Embroidering 18th century pockets"
8 posts
#4
In Progress Piece/Outfit
: "1670s bodice/chemise and petticoat"
6 posts
#5
Purchasing Historical Costume
: "Best find ever!"
3 posts
#6
Historical Hair and/or Makeup
: "My great grandmother, age 20, August 1920. The gloves. The coat. The HAT."
2 posts
Member Growth in r/HistoricalCostuming
Yearly
+25k members(24.4%)
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Last updated: September 21, 2026