

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Fashion History Class & Ballgown & Suit Design Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 03:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Masquerade: Fashion, History &amp; Design Workshop

Step behind the velvet curtain and into the glittering world of European masquerade balls and prepare for The Viridian Bookshop’s Fantasy Masquerade Ball being held on October 3rd.

From candlelit 18th-century salons to the dramatic elegance of 19th-century evening wear, this immersive workshop blends fashion history with hands-on creative exploration. Whether you’re a history lover, costume enthusiast, artist, or simply curious, you’ll leave inspired — and equipped — to begin designing your own historically influenced look.

Part I: The World of the Masquerade (45-Minute Presentation)
Begin with a richly illustrated presentation covering:
•The origins and evolution of masquerade balls
•Social rituals and symbolism behind masks and dress
•Popular European evening styles of the 18th and 19th centuries
•Key silhouettes in both men’s and women’s fashion
•Fabrics, embellishments, and construction techniques
•A crash course in period clothing construction basics
•Curated resources for further reading and research
•This portion is designed to give you the vocabulary, context, and visual references needed to truly understand the era — not just admire it.

Part II: Design Your Own Masquerade Look (45-Minute Guided Workshop)
After building historical context, we shift from lecture to creation.

You’ll browse through a selection of inspiring reference books and then be guided through the process of sketching your own design (or multiple concepts). Together, we’ll explore:
•Choosing an era and defining silhouette
•Working with proportion and structure
•Selecting color palettes and fabrics
•Adding period-appropriate details and embellishments
•Translating inspiration into a cohesive design

No prior drawing or fashion experience required — this workshop focuses on ideas, exploration, and creative confidence.

What You’ll Leave With
•A foundational understanding of 18th and 19th century European evening fashion
•Practical insight into historical garment construction
•A list of trusted books and resources to continue your research
•One or more original masquerade costume concepts
•The language and confidence to begin exploring historical fashion on your own

Who This Is For
•Historical fashion enthusiasts
•Costume designers (aspiring or experienced)
•Artists and illustrators
•Writers and world-builders
•Anyone curious about the romance and drama of masquerade culture

This experience is less about perfection and more about possibility. It’s an invitation to explore — to look closer, ask better questions, and imagine boldly.

Step into history. Sketch your vision. Begin your masquerade.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/willoughby/fashion-history-class-and-ballgown-and-suit-design-workshop/200029751029623
- **Event Categories**: Parties, Music, Workshops, Art, performances, Theatre, Entertainment, fine-arts, literary-art
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://viridianbookshop.com/event/fashion-history-ballgown-suit-design-workshop/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=willoughby-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Willoughby
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4081 Erie St, Willoughby, OH 44094, Willoughby, OH
- **lat**: 41.6419
- **long**: -81.40699
- **full address**: 4081 Erie St, Willoughby, OH 44094, Willoughby, OH, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: The Viridian Bookshop (https://allevents.in/org/the-viridian-bookshop/26381700)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 4081 Erie St, Willoughby, OH 44094, Willoughby, OH, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Viridian Bookshop
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Parties, Music, Workshops, Art, performances, Theatre, Entertainment, fine-arts, literary-art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Fashion History Class & Ballgown & Suit Design Workshop ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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