Although we began in 1891 with a strict repertoire of exclusively white historical underwear, we have since expanded to looser definitions. Much color lately, always iconic intentions on the part of each member.

Pieces come from flea markets, inheritance, bequeathment, antiques dealers, off-shore barter and self-fabrication.

Traveling Costume Short

Latest favorite corset of Melora? A beautiful lavender brocade by Chelsea Eden. Thank you, Chelsea!

Also favorite, a gun-metal one from Dark Garden.

Melora and Dawn are proponents of yarn- hair. Google “yarn dreads” and Dawn’s picture is one of the top ones!

With his beautiful, huge hair, Daniel DeJesus doesn’t have to mess with such things.

Melora is currently sporting hand-dyed Alpaca falls.

Melora’s best friend, James Coviello (www.jamescoviello.com), is a designer. A lot of his pieces find their way into the costume rack. He also borrows things from Rasputina for inspiration.