r/HistoricalCostuming is a subreddit with 123k 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, purchasing historical costume, design, and in progress piece/outfit.
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!
: "What is this design element called?"
62 posts
#2
Finished Project/Outfit
: "I made this cool thing and I need u guys to look at it"
19 posts
#3
Purchasing Historical Costume
: "Calling all costume sleuths!!! Desperate search for wedding shoes!!"
10 posts
#4
Design
: "Why 18th-century stays use spiral lacing instead of modern corset lacing"
9 posts
#5
In Progress Piece/Outfit
: "Wanted to share my Tudor inspired outfit ready for festival!"
8 posts
#6
Historical Hair and/or Makeup
: "Question for a friend about renfaire outfit? Dating? Timeframe?"
1 post
Member Growth in r/HistoricalCostuming
Yearly
+24k members(24.2%)
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Last updated: August 12, 2026