Bicycling Outfit I (RETIRED)
Apr 28, 2006 2:49:40 GMT -5
Post by SailAwayAK~ on Apr 28, 2006 2:49:40 GMT -5
This outfit was released in 2004 and retired in 2008.
In the early 1900s, proper young ladies like Samantha chose clothes that would ease their ability to ride a bicycle astride. Her bloomers are perfect for the task. Adding a feminine touch is her diagonal-striped blouse, and removable gaiters protect her shoes and stockings from getting dirty. Includes a straw boater hat trimmed with yellow spring flowers and a brand-new ribbon. Includes trading cards.
Samantha's Bicycling Outfit:
Grade: A
Hat: Quite nicely done. The trimmed ribbon is a lovely touch and everythign is securely on there. The weave on the straw is larger then on her bathing suit set. Quite nice though. What I really love is that they added an elastic cord to keep it in place. Nice detail that I think more of the hats need.
The blouse is quite lovely with a collar that has the creasing/layering detail. The sleeves are wonderful and have the small lace trim at the bottoms. Mine came witht he hair snagging velcro but it opens all the way down the back. I just hope they make a skirt at some point. It would be nice to have a bit of mix and match.
Bloomers: Kind of Blah. Not much in the way of details except the nifty oval shaped button. Just an elastic opening so I can only hope my Sam's fat arse can get into it. We shall see tonight. Made from a brushed cotton. Lovely colour.
Spats: Made from felt. Then maybe starched. Not sure. it is a thinker felt then I use for crafting or my blanket making. Could possible be blended with a wool to make it more substantial. All edges are nicely finished except the top edge. that is just a clean cut edge. Has the scallop detail where the false buttons are and opens in the back with velcro for easy on and off.
Overall I love the outfit and it's detailing. The bloomers leave a little to be desired but the details are in the top as they should be. Like I said before, I would love to see them make some more skirt and shirt sets for a little mix and matching. Quite lovely and exactly what I come to expect in it's details from AG.
In the early 1900s, proper young ladies like Samantha chose clothes that would ease their ability to ride a bicycle astride. Her bloomers are perfect for the task. Adding a feminine touch is her diagonal-striped blouse, and removable gaiters protect her shoes and stockings from getting dirty. Includes a straw boater hat trimmed with yellow spring flowers and a brand-new ribbon. Includes trading cards.
Samantha's Bicycling Outfit:
Grade: A
Hat: Quite nicely done. The trimmed ribbon is a lovely touch and everythign is securely on there. The weave on the straw is larger then on her bathing suit set. Quite nice though. What I really love is that they added an elastic cord to keep it in place. Nice detail that I think more of the hats need.
The blouse is quite lovely with a collar that has the creasing/layering detail. The sleeves are wonderful and have the small lace trim at the bottoms. Mine came witht he hair snagging velcro but it opens all the way down the back. I just hope they make a skirt at some point. It would be nice to have a bit of mix and match.
Bloomers: Kind of Blah. Not much in the way of details except the nifty oval shaped button. Just an elastic opening so I can only hope my Sam's fat arse can get into it. We shall see tonight. Made from a brushed cotton. Lovely colour.
Spats: Made from felt. Then maybe starched. Not sure. it is a thinker felt then I use for crafting or my blanket making. Could possible be blended with a wool to make it more substantial. All edges are nicely finished except the top edge. that is just a clean cut edge. Has the scallop detail where the false buttons are and opens in the back with velcro for easy on and off.
Overall I love the outfit and it's detailing. The bloomers leave a little to be desired but the details are in the top as they should be. Like I said before, I would love to see them make some more skirt and shirt sets for a little mix and matching. Quite lovely and exactly what I come to expect in it's details from AG.