VISITOR'S COMMENTS - page five

Gleaned from 'Smatterings' more than ten years old

'Parachute Gown' writes:

"I found this humorous article online while looking for hoopskirt pictures.  I was wondering if something like this was even possible in a crinoline. 
If so, I would feel a lot safer, and probably have something else to do when I'm all dressed up :);"  
 

 

Thomas L. writes:

"This links to several thumbnails, and at least 2 of them show a bridal petticoat not hidden by the gown!"
 

 

Evelyn James has written some Christmas lyrics to the tune of
My Favorite Things:
Rose colored ribbons and lace sewn on dresses
Cute satin bows used to tie back our tresses
Frilly silk panties instead of G-strings
These are a few of my favorite things
 
Cream colored pettis and garters and stockings
Earrings are jingling and high heels are knocking
Diamonds on tiaras and bracelets and rings
These are a few of my favorite things
 
TG's in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Pink colored lips and long beautiful lashes
Bright festive parties and all that it brings
These are a few of my favorite things
 
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply slip into my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
[Repeat all verses]
 

 

Denise found this site with some 'yummy' pettis:

 

Crinolyn points to this inflatable performance arts site, which
features a video of interest to us (eighth from the top)

 

Auntie Claudette writes:

 "You should see what Maria Sharapova (Russia) and Carolina Sprem (Croatia) are wearing on the tennis courts at the Australian Open (2006).   I'm sure
Carolina must have bought hers from a company that made them for Maria since they both look the same: a very pale blue diaphanous sort of nylon material with the appearance of a shortie nightgown.   Very loose and swishy too.   Eye catching to say the least!"
 
 If anyone has a picture or two, please send them...
 

 


 Did you see the Miss America Pageant on CMT (2006)?  We missed it ourselves, but am watching it on rerun and both Miss Texas and Miss Florida wore adorable dresses! Miss Texas wore a short white dress that looked for all the world like a petticoat! It was really cute and yummy and the dress that Miss Florida wore was
a cream- colored short dress that also had the look of a petticoat. We couldn't find images of either girl but will keep trying.
 
 If anyone has a picture or two, please send them...
 

 

An anonymous person wrote and sent this image which, although very small and not very clear, and thus unsuitable for Internet posting, really is less important than her words.  She seems SO taken with it!:

The little girl is classic 1950s femininity and I treasure pictures like this.  I especially find 'fetish appeal' in the neat white socks and the companion white Mary Jane shoes that were worn much in that era.

She is showing off her pretty dress by holding it out to expand on the frilliness." 

ED: We think most of us can relate to the feelings expressed.

  

 
Gwen writes:

"For some time, I have been trying to find a description or a diagram of a proper English Curtsey.
 There does not seem to be anything on the Internet and I find that very odd. I am reasonably certain that the woman must first place one foot in back of
the other, with the forward foot twisted at 90 degrees in relationship to the back foot. The Lady at the same time is grasping each side of her skirt  and
bows while bending at the knees. I just wanted some way to verify that it is done that way before I embarrass myself while doing it in public."  Comments?
 

 

PettiBoy writes:

"Thanks to Nicole, here is the complete video (500KBytes) of Katherine Jenkins singing
I Will Always Love You.  Definitely the best version, and her dress and petticoats are adorable!"

[Clicking link will play the video --  right-clicking and "save target"  will save the video on your hard drive]

[Tessy] Her voice and face and gown and pettis are MESMERIZING!
See earlier Updates this month for much more of this delightful lady!

(SORRY -- THIS WILL NOT WORK)

To see this amazing video, go to Katherine's web site   and register (it's free!) and then you can download it.

 

 

Can Anyone help us out here?

 

What is the name of this artist?
Can't make out the signature.

 

Earlier, we asked if anyone could help with Sam's Petticoats suppliers - Doug responded:

"I have bought Sam's Petticoats for my wife from Swing Time in Sussex - UK. They advertise with Shoreham Rock-n-Roll on the web - you have to
order via telephone or catalogue, although they do have a sample of what they stock on website. They take their stock to all sorts of dance events -
supply mainly rock-n-rollers and square dancers. Excellent service, nice people to deal with, and have been going for years. Similar prices as the old
Petticoat Dreams. Give them a try!!"

 

 

Ian video - Petticoats in the wind   

 

 

Ken:

 "This looks like a British site that's loaded with goodies."
 

 

Ian sends this video pointer

 

 

Becca sends this nice link

 

Rikki: "Like everyone else these days, having fun searching 'frilly links' on YouTube. 
Found this one of a southern belle (Azalea Trail Maids) parade!"
 

 

Misha writes:

"Interesting website and videos (only three so far). We can hope for many more to some. I love the French accented English -- and, the French Maids."

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