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If you're on a budget, they really are your best friend - you'll be hard pushed to find an outfit that you can't wear them with

The upper is full-grain calfskin from the Weinheimer tannery, chosen for a close, even grain that holds a deep shine and ages without breaking down

For the bodice front lining flap thingies I used a blue cotton from my stash

These antique dress forms are nice for those of you who like sewing-related clip art

They're not like the most comfortable shoes ever made (I'm extra sensitive because I don't wear heels so I'm really not used to it) but they aren't end of the world painful -- so they will be fine for my wedding festivities