Are These Victorian Sweatpants? | Comfy Historical Fashion

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The Victorians of course didn't have sweatpants, but could this historical fashion garment be the closest equivalent?
This is one of my all-time favourite garments, and for historical clothing, they're also fairly easy to sew and beginner-friendly.
The example I made in this #shorts is all completely handsewn, created with a Scottish wool tartan and lined with linen. I could live in this thing forever, it's so comfortable.
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@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Have I convinced you yet to make "Victorian sweatpants" aka the wrapper? 🥰 If you have the means to support my art further, please consider joining my Patreon: www.patreon.com/vbirchwood

@madeleinedarnoco5190 2 года назад

Absolutely! Will be on my list to make, probably approaching winter time.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Great idea! 😊

@alaskacosplay 2 года назад

Yes. I have a cute cotton spandex fabric with sleepy time clouds on it and Ive wanted to make it into a wrapper but I might save that for another dress and make one in royal blue velvet and long white fur around the sleeve cuffs and collar.

@lucyloopy 2 года назад

Yes, where did you get the pattern?

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

@@lucyloopy it’s Laughing Moon 118 😊

@watsonmelon6575 2 года назад

This looks so comfortable and I can't wait to make one for myself at some point!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

You will love it!!

@91AJay 2 года назад

These are a whole vibe! Bring them back 🤣

@WhitneyDahlin 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood can we get a link to the how to video? I can't find your video on sewing the wrapper!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

@@WhitneyDahlin I haven’t released my construction process as I didn’t film the making of this one 😊 due to the demand and interest here though I’m planning to make another one as I’m working on a series of wrappers at the moment, to show my construction process. But it won’t be out for another month or two as I have other content scheduled and I sew everything without a machine so it takes a lot of time haha

@MsBELLE7 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood that 1855 one is fantastic looking! Wish I could find a pattern for it

@korkinalina 2 года назад

It also goes with any body type

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

That too!!

@tanie3543 2 года назад

Not really? I mean, not to say any body type shouldn't wear it! As someone with big boobs and big waist, this is just gonna make me look like one big ball lol I don't think there's any shape that goes with every body type, you need to complement the different shapes of the body too.. Unless you just wanna wear whatever the hell you want to and have fun, then yes, it does go.

@healinggrounds19 2 года назад

@@tanie3543 Right? Not flattering on my body at all.

@kelsyebillman8694 2 года назад

@@tanie3543 I mean hey if you have a belt you might achieve the Victorian silhouette no petticoat or cage required

@isabellenicaud3725 2 года назад

Yes !!!

@jupita551 2 года назад

Can we bring these back? And make it socially acceptable to wear them in public too? They seem like blankets, but wearable and honestly pretty cute!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

They’re definitely super wearable! I say though even if not socially acceptable, people should wear them anyways if they want to. But I’m biased as I wear historical fashion daily, so what’s societally acceptable has sort of gone out the window in my mind 😂

@TheGPFilmMaker 23 дня назад

I feel like if you made this out of the right material with the right neckline and buttons this would be super cute and wearable out without getting any looks beside a standard "I love your outfit!"

@piyusarkar3065 20 дней назад

Modern day teddy coats are a great alternative

@cronchybo 2 года назад

it's nice to see more historical casual wear! I feel like most fashion history content focuses on more fancy clothes

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you!! I totally agree. It’s really important to show more of the everyday garments, and expand outside of British fashion too. I’m working on researching Tatar historical fashion at the moment as that’s a massive part of my heritage, and it’s been tough to find resources but I think it’ll be super rewarding in the end because it’ll make even more people aware of what it’s like, and will also bring light to another ethnic minority ❤️

@cardemis7637 2 года назад

Can we bring this back? I would love to lounge in one of these.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

So comfy looking right?! 🥰

@MysticMorigan1998 2 года назад

Do it! Your home, your rules!

@rs4286 2 года назад

I wear something similar when I leave the house it's called an abaya. They come in all sorts of designs and fabrics too.

@TuberoseKisser 2 года назад

I mean... it's easily made

@andromedaspark2241 Год назад

You could even modernize it. It's such a basic idea, you could easily make one that's fairly timeless. A little tweak to the shoulders and sleeves, maybe the neckline, and it'd look totally "modern"

@galacticbutterfly5590 2 года назад

I need this in my life!! its like an everyday acceptable robe that won't make you look lazy or stuck in chill mode ....unlike traditional house n bath robes

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Yes exactly! A totally casual formal robe that society won’t judge and will probably pay compliments on lol

@amb600cd0 2 года назад

i love being in chill mode. nothing beats walking a mile down to the liquor store across town in my pink slippers and red smoking jacket. pipe in hand (filled with what? ill let you decide)

@spicysalad3013 28 дней назад

@@amb600cd0 this sounds like a comment my mom would make, she also loves ambiguous pipe stuffings

@MzClementine 2 года назад

Reminds me of my grandmother and her many beautiful house coats. I actually have one of them. I love it so much. I can't wear it anymore. She is finally hit that point, a falling apart. I have her perfectly folded up, with a beautiful doll that my grandmother made. Put away in a box.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Awww what a beautiful connection! Thanks so much for sharing 🥰

@lillybrooks7662 Год назад

Maybe you could have someone make a pattern from it snd sew several more for you!!! 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼

@adelafaith9604 Год назад

It is often possible to take a pattern from it. I made a coat for a friend when her mums one that she'd worn when pregnant with her finally became unwearable...it was a fun project but did require dismantling the coat..there might be tiger ways now with modern tech imagery..?

@luellapenvennen6623 2 года назад

So beautiful! I had no idea the shape was created by a belt, I thought they were actually fitted to the body/restrictive. Awesome!!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thanks! To be fair, even the more fitted styles of the time aren’t too restrictive! I wear historical fashion daily, and a lot of mid-Victorian especially, and the tightness of the sleeves and bodices is actually done specifically so that it’s easier to move around and lift your arms. The higher up into the armpit an armscye is, the more range of movement you get. Seems counterintuitive but it works!

@RachelDeRosier010894 2 года назад

This is what Cinderella should be wearing as an everyday outfit in the castle rather than her rags.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Actually a very good point! Would have been way more fitting haha. Especially a mid-Victorian Cinderella.

@zvezdoblyat 2 года назад

That 1860-65 one is an absolute must! It looks so feminine wow 🤩

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Such a gorgeous dress, right!?

@morganfreeman6957 2 года назад

Dude. I want one. I’m a stay at home, homeschool mom of 3, and this honestly looks sooo comfortable.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

They’re honestly so comfy!

@MiljaHahto 4 месяца назад

Way more stylish than sweatpants, too!

@rosaliac.386 2 года назад

I LOVE THIS, I was wondering if there was a dress equivalent to sweat pants and this fits the bill perfectly! Will definitely be trying this one day, even if I don't make it myself

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

You’ll love this garment honestly! It’s so comfy to wear and can be adapted into so many different versions too.

@ffyrestarr Год назад

Well you can quite literally get very long sweatshirts which go to your ankles. So precisely the dress version of sweat pants. Then wear with or without a belt. You can also get very long hoodies. 😉 Not as elegant as the Victorian wrapper though!

@idhika5689 2 года назад

Would love to see you make more informative videos on Victorian daily life fashion absolutely enjoyed it, subscribed too 🥰

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thanks so much for the sub! I’ll definitely be posting more about daily life 😊

@carolinemaluca 2 года назад

The more I see it the more I convince myself that I need one! 😍

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

You should definitely make one!! 🥰

@5DNRG 2 года назад

Yes! I have a tropical version a bit more modern....muumuu.

@idhika5689 2 года назад

Would love it if you d make a mid Victorian period style wrapper. It looks much more flashy and elegant ❤️❤️ although loved this one too seems so comfortable to be in

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

This is an 1860s period wrapper :) Most of them weren't as ornate as museum examples!

@As_RaNdoM 2 года назад

it looks so gorgeous 😍😍 if you sell it to muslim females,it might become hit! Because we love wearing fully covered clothes 🌷🥰

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you! I can definitely see how these would be super popular amongst Muslims and any modest dress wearers 🥰 I just sew clothes for myself personally though and don’t sew for others, as I don’t use a sewing machine so the labour that goes into every one of my garments is so much 😅

@nexway9173 2 года назад

Soooooo.... Victorian Snuggie w/ belt

@MsFeline81 Год назад

I also love that even the historical ones have pockets!

@AbbyTaz 2 года назад

I’d totally wear this now! My fashion sense is more modest, and of course breathable and loose 😊 would love to buy a modern version since I can’t sew 🫠

@tishie42 2 года назад

I would love a quilted wrapper..

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Oooo a quilted wrapper would be so cosy!

@P0nyl0ve 2 года назад

I absolutely love this type of dress! I've been wanting to make one for a while now, but haven't found the right fabric yet

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

It’s such a gorgeous style! What type of fabric did you have in mind?

@P0nyl0ve 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood I want a cotton because I want it as a summer dress but my local fabric store mostly has cotton knits and I refuse to sew with that;)

@gigglesmurf2004 2 года назад

@@P0nyl0ve try a quilting store. Also when I was in college the only option in that rural area was Walmart. For basics it wasn’t terrible. And on budget for that time.

@gigglesmurf2004 2 года назад

I’ve recently been to the thrift store and looked in the linens section for fabric. Tablecloths can be great and inexpensive for the amount of fabric you’re getting and can be really good quality. I also found a curtain to remake into a skirt and each one was only a few dollars.

@5DNRG 2 года назад

This would need to be made of gauze in the tropics!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Or just linen!

@AngelaSmith_1970 2 года назад

They look cozy and comfy to me 🤗🥰

@umopepisdn. 2 года назад

This is really cool but I'd be really interested to see a video like this made by someone in the future discussing leggings or something "they were comfortable, versatile, and they were worn by all classes, these are a pair of reproduction leggings I handmade myself"

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you! I'm sure someone out there has done ultra-custom made, high-quality, at-home sewn leggings 😊

@umopepisdn. 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood oh I'm sure, but I guess I'm trying to look at it from the perspective of a victorian watching this, or as close as my modern mind can get. I likely won't live to see the clothes I wear be considered historical garments but that would be so cool in my mind idk why Haha.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

@@umopepisdn. Hahaha I totally agree, it would be fascinating to see how future generations react.

@hrefna1606 2 года назад

Yes! I have some beautiful French General quilting cotton that is crying out to be made into a wrapper. I've an idea featuring contrast bands and a train...

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Ooooo that’ll be gorgeous!

@joannakuyt1512 Год назад

My grandmother's great Aunt was wearing her wrap when I met her for the first and last time. At the time she was in her late 80's or early 90's and very frail and the wrap was obviously hanging on her but she had it cinched in and she was in her wheelchair. You could tell that she was very stylish and a true lady. She graduated from the University of Chicago in 1913 with a degree in Chemistry. A huge accomplishment for a lady of her generation.

@gracewatson6927 2 года назад

I want one of those! Feminine and comfortable 😌 ✨️ 👌

@tiearakennemore 2 года назад

I loved the addition of cat hair!! My absolute favorite part of the dress. Lol I too accessorize with pieces of pet fur from time to time. 🤣😂

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Hahahaha thank you! It’s from my puppy actually (I’m slightly allergic to cats so I can’t live with them long term sadly 🥲)

@moonrox4481 2 года назад

I wish these types of things were still part of daily life, how cute and comfy!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

They’re so comfortable! 😊

@rebeccachambers4701 2 года назад

ITS THE ORGINAL SNUGGIE!!!

@lilithhecataniangoddessesm187 Год назад

This is one of the positive things I loved about the Victorian times is that everyone’s well-dress regardless where they’re at. I really appreciate it in a deeper level. It’s amazing how we can apply it in our modern days, without having to deal with the garbages there was at the time.

@polkadot8788 2 года назад

I've got mine on my to do list. Ordered the fabric just got to wait for it to arrive. Will you be showing the construction process for this as well?

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

That’s so awesome! I won’t be showing the construction process for this one, but I’m thinking about making a video on the construction process of another one I’m making. I’m currently making a bunch of wrappers for my workwear wardrobe to have for various seasons.

@polkadot8788 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood I'd definitely be interested in seeing a future video on another wrapper.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

That’s great to know thanks! It seems there’s quite a bit of interest so I’ll definitely put one together 😊

@lorettascott5477 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood um where do you work? I feel a glitch in the matrix

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

@@lorettascott5477 Ironically, in tech haha (remotely though)

@leahwhittaker8137 2 года назад

Bring these back ! 💗

@beadmore Год назад

I think it is wonderful because you don't have to worry about a corset or girdle. Yeah!!!

@brookeashton6169 2 года назад

I feel like this is the grandparent of my maxi dresses 😂😍

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Yep!! 😂

@jesussaves6625 2 года назад

I love this style! I'm not quite skilled enough to make this yet, but it is something I really want to do.

@raraavis7782 2 года назад

The term 'wrapper' makes me think of giftwrapping. Or sweets. I like it 🙂 Probably takes a heckton of fabric though, doesn't it? The main reason, I don't dabble in historical sewing (although I enjoy watching others do it), is lack of storage space and the price of appropriate fabric.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Hahaha yes! It’s a great connection with the name 😊 This one, with a completely cartridge pleated back, took about 6 metres of fabric, but you could probably get away with 4 metres if you did a pleated back or just not cartridge pleats. I think part of why they were made historically by working class people is because the fabric requirement was a bit less than perhaps another popular style of gown at the time, especially during the mid-Victorian period

@daniellethomas447 2 года назад

I wear my dressing gown all day every day

@caspenbee Год назад

The white laces and orange quilted bits on the one wrapper could totally be seen on designer athleisure today!

@DrinkYourNailPolish 2 года назад

I love the idea that one can juat toas something in and it looks like you made an effort. I do this with maxu dresses. When I have n I udea what to wear I toss in a maxi dress and I'm good to go. In the winter I do a shorter dress with leggings and uggs and it's so adorable. If I toss on an apron ovwr it I feel like the mom from sailor moon lol

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Hahahaha I love that about the sailor moon feeling 😂

@rachelplummer4579 2 года назад

Lovely! Wonder if this would be a good thing to make for my summer trek, out of light cotton. Would you have any recommendations for fabric for a 4-day hiking trip in Southern California summer heat? It’s pioneer style clothing, and I want to make clothes that are versatile, comfortable, and historically fashionable.

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you! I would definitely recommend a wrapper for that purpose! I’d suggest one layer of linen (unlined linen) and then just flat fell the seams or some similar finish 😊 I’m making a similar wrapper for myself right now out of linen

@rachelplummer4579 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood alrighty thanks!

@Heartagram_boy 2 года назад

Victorian fashion is so beautiful

@samsmom1491 Год назад

The Victorian version of the mumu or house dress. Exquisitely sewn. Kudos!

@thatguy3903 2 года назад

That looks comfy as fuck I want one

@meredithmason1121 2 года назад

Anyone know where I can find a pattern? I’d love to make one!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

I used Laughing Moon no. 118 😊

@jessicabey275 2 года назад

I would make a few for each season

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

This is _exactly_ what I'm doing right now 😂

@jessicabey275 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood 😄

@gildahendricks4398 Год назад

Ms. V, listen, EVERYTHING you make is absolutely STUNNING!!! Don't ever ask me which one is the best! I would not be able to answer that mind- boggling question!!! I would take all of them!!! Just beautiful!!!

@VBirchwood Год назад

Thanks so much 😊

@hanahijab7940 2 года назад

I wish i could sew that cloth..♥️soooo pretty

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you! 😊

@courtneywitherspoon8584 2 года назад

I love a housecoat!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Such a versatile garment!

@martijn3015 Год назад

I just can't get over the fact how beautiful you look in those clothes

@Karina-tw6ly Год назад

This fashion should come back

@ASMR-XI-ZUI Год назад

Elegant, comfortable n 4 all. Perfect. Let's all do a sewing challenge n make this popular again.

@KellyS_77 Год назад

These need to make a comeback in a big way!

@estherhastime777 2 года назад

It's an old fashioned moo moo. Cute!

@sheryldeblinger1863 Год назад

Do you notice that the more stylishly modest the womens attire is, the classier she looks!

@wg8517 Год назад

So basic and practical but could be dressy or plain depending on the need or use.

@Bercuda 2 года назад

It's so cute!!! This us why I love the victorian Era! 😆🥰🥺

@sarasorensen2650 2 года назад

That tartan. That's my tartan!

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Ooooo amazing!!

@piyusarkar3065 20 дней назад

Basically ancient housecoat. Love it

@0-Biggie_Cheese-0 Год назад

HOW ARE YOU SPINNING LIKE THAT IN THE BEGINNING?? IM FLABBERGASTED RN

@RychaardRyder Год назад

yay a historical project with no darts!!!

@MordredAngstrom Год назад

I never liked wearing dresses but I actually wanna wear this. It looks so comfy!

@raggedyhaggity250 Год назад

and very modest wear too😍 we love to see it

@beth1121 Год назад

This is so perfect for those who practice modest dress. I can imagine this in all my favourite fabrics now 🤩

@BelanceM 2 года назад

Omg love! I would want this TODAYYYY

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you!! 🥰

@shawnycoffman Год назад

I've been sick for a long time. And I spend a lot of time in a housecoat or lounger or even a patio dress if I'm talking to a neighbor because I don't hardly go out anymore. These look amazing. I vote to bring them back!

@projectmicky1226 Год назад

A modern wrapper would be super nice for people of varying size

@rubyhoward2085 5 месяцев назад

I love thrm, they're gorgeous and looks so comfortable.

@Kimberley42 Год назад

So this is where the word 'dressing gown' comes from. So cool.

@emilinebelle7811 2 месяца назад

Love all the cat/dog hair because honestly same!

@BoredArtoast Год назад

If it was an easy pattern to make, it makes sense how it was so affordable (excluding materials)

@OsloTime Год назад

Oh my goodness! I didn't know these had a name but now after watching this, I have to agree with you! I'd love to learn how to sow one day and then I'll make myself a few dozen wrappers of all assortments haha. 🤗 Life is like a closet of wrappers, you never know what you're gonna get! 🤭

@tetsubo57 25 дней назад

I love how she pronounces the word 'cotton'.

@waterlilydreams8046 Год назад

this looks so comfortable. i would wear them all the time

@leoscheibelhut940 Год назад

I'm super impressed with your spin, you look like a music box ballerina.

@aiden3627 Год назад

I feel like this is still common today with only minor differences, people love their fascinator belts to give a waistline to their outfits.

@Evilmindy12 Год назад

The dress you made looks so freaking comfy

@janethannam2766 Год назад

I spent many years as a teacher interpreter in an 1856 farmer house museum . The best thing I loved in making the costumes was the gaged wait gathering that allowed so much more fabric in the skirt . I enjoyed seeing that here . The top of the sleeve could be pleated and smocked . In the winter we had to wear Quilted petticoats to stay warm .

@Delicate_Disaster Год назад

THAT SPIN WAS SO SMOOTH

@VBirchwood Год назад

Thank you!! Yay for slow motion (120 frames per second) 😊

@janetcarbone4213 Год назад

Finally a functional gown for that period that actually makes comfortable sense! No corsets, hoops and tons of underwear women had to wear at the time.

@thegrumpyhorticulturist Год назад

I am going to make a house coat with some gorgeous jacquard fabric curtains I picked up at the thrift store.

@RiverSprite30 Год назад

Your sewing is amazing. My grandmother was a seamstress, and I can tell your work is absolutely incredible.

@VBirchwood Год назад

Thank you so much! 🥰

@b3llm0th Год назад

ooh! these look like 1860s childrens dresses. i love that style of dress

@jewisley Год назад

I just love this style, too. So versatile.

@vincenttavani6380 Год назад

Standing on the roomba was a great idea

@VBirchwood Год назад

I don’t own a Roomba, it’s just me turning in slow motion (120 frames per second)

@adjjal 2 года назад

I would LOVE for you to do a handsew tutorial on this or something else beginer friendly ❤

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

I have a couple tutorials on my channel at the moment for some beginner-friendly hand sewing projects 😊 Because I don't own this pattern, I don't feel it'd be ethical to do a whole tutorial for this wrapper, as then I'd have to show the pattern sizes etc. and it isn't my property, but I am planning to film the construction process/making of another one of these wrappers. I'm currently working on a series of them at the moment.

@adjjal 2 года назад

@@VBirchwood oh wow thanks that sounds awesome I'll go take a look at them! And I completely understand, thank u for explaining too. 💕

@gwjchris Год назад

Don't forget the all important basted on white collar. They were particularly important on silk and wool garments as they were extremely difficult to clean back then. The collars were easily removed for regular washing or replacement with a new, and at times more fashionable style as collar styles changed quickly. Probably because they could be updated quickly and cheaply.

@MossyMozart Год назад

I love the colors in that fabric, sort of "night watch" like, I think it's called. Lovely. (I will have to re-watch your "500 Years of Scottish Fashion" video.)

@emilysnyder4857 Год назад

I would wear this around the house. It looks cozy.

@brighteyes6585 Год назад

Was she standing on a Rhomba? That turn is flawless! 😄👍

@Iamrightandyouarewrong51 2 года назад

You sewed it beautifully! 😍😍😍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😊😊😊

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you! 🥰🥰🥰

@roderickfernandez5382 2 года назад

You made it all by hand that is amazing it's beautiful and the fabric is lovely to I worked in the theater so I know costumes but they answered beautiful

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Thank you very much!

@nikicarrie4071 Год назад

That red one is beautiful

@lindamyers4980 Год назад

Wow. One size fits all. I like it.

@jamieshaw100 2 года назад

That spin was so elegant, how???? Dress is awesome too 😃

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

Hahaha thank you! It’s a slow motion shot 😊

@jamieshaw100 2 года назад

Still looked super cool

@RedEbSeb13 Год назад

Bring it back bring it back BRING IT BAAACK!

@nancyM1313 Год назад

Always Loved the little wrap dress. This wrapper looks great too. Didn't realize it was a wrapper they were wearing. I know everyone sawed their garments. Tfs 👗👜

@joerudnik9290 Год назад

Also perfect for maternity wear.

@kafalotofeao462 2 года назад

Just saw Crimson Peak n saw Mia Wasikowska wear a wrapper. It is so beautiful. They always exaggerate the puffy sleeves or the frills on her neck BC she's so stunning. That, and her long golden locks? Beautiful 👌

@VBirchwood 2 года назад

She really is so beautiful!