Welcome to Paris au Printemps!
If you would like to order any of the following fashions, please email me with the name of the fashion. Please note that the name and description of the fashion is above each photo, not below. You may wish to include a second choice, as the editions are extremely limited.
hildaewestervelt@gmail.com
Fashions are modeled on various body types, but can usually be made for the body type you desire. Please specify the body type of your choice in your emails.
Orders are taken in the order in which they are received. Typically, this is a very busy time, so there may be a delay in my response. I appreciate your patience. In order to accommodate as many people who want fashions as possible, the turn around time can be anywhere from one week to 6 weeks. Every fashion is meticulously handmade and hand finished and this kind of work takes time. I appreciate your understanding.
Enjoy the collection!
And now, I am so excited to introduce you to the exquisite Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna, the work of the incroyable Matt Sutton (Matt’s beautiful creations can be purchased here). Thank you, Matt, for creating this heavenly creature.
This collection is dedicated to her and to the beautiful city of Paris.

Madame Royale
A blush pink silk gown, Madame Royale has the typical square neckline of the Rococo Period. The front panel of the bodice is overlaid with cream and gold lace. Three bows accent the lace panel. The full skirt billows out from the small waist, made full with a net petticoat.
Edition of 2
$125.00 SOLD OUT



Le Bouton d’Or
This pale yellow gown is a harbinger of gentle sunlight and buttercups. The dropped waist bodice is made of pale yellow silk taffeta. The halter neckline fastens with a large bow and Swarovski crystal brooch detail. The full skirt is richly embroidered white tulle with pale yellow flowers over multiple layers of soft yellow scalloped tulle.
Edition of 2
$80.00 SOLD OUT

Pirouette: Rose et Noir
Palest pink silk taffeta trimmed with black silk bows is the bodice of this two piece ensemble. The yoked skirt is soft pink tulle embroidered with a striking black lace border. Numerous layers of pale pink tulle fill out the skirt.
The heavenly crystal studded shoes were made by Ann Grahek and can be ordered here.
Edition of 4
$90.00 SOLD OUT


Meadow Bubble Dress
Marie Antoinette loved to visit the Petit Trianon when she needed to escape from court life at the Palace of Versailles. There, she dressed more casually and spent time in the meadows. This bubble dress, made from a Liberty of London print called Meadow, is scattered with lavender clover blossoms. A low, square neckline is trimmed with delicate white lace and a silk ribbon bow. I bought this fabric 20 years ago in Canterbury, England and have never used it until now.
SOLD OUT
$80.00

La Trompette
These flirtatious day dresses are made from two adorable cotton fabrics. Each features a ruched V-neck and ruffled hemline with a bow detail. Either pale pink rose pattern or black lace and rose pattern.
Pink SOLD Black Available
$65.00



Chantilly Sheaths
Chantilly means whipped cream in French and the frothy treatment at the necklines of these sheaths reminds me of something sweet, light and airy. The black sheath is made from figured black silk with black chiffon rosette trim around the neck. The raspberry pink dress is trimmed with white chiffon roses. Each neckline sparkles with hand sewn beads and crystals.
The heavenly black and white shoes with bows are the work of Ann Grahek and can be ordered here.
SOLD OUT
$75.00


Bouclé and Organza Sheaths
Inspired by Chanel, these stylish little sheaths are made from pale blue and pale pink bouclé. Each features a rolled collar in white organza and a white silk band belt and classic Camellia at the waist.
Pink SOLD Blue available
$80.00


Oh So Coco
A chunky boucle tweed suit with clean, simple lines and a nehru collar. A pink rose decorates the throat, another classic Chanel detail.
Edition of 2
$110.00 SOLD OUT
Boulevard Saint Germain
Duck egg blue woven with antique gold is a classically French combination. This exquisite silk brocade makes an elegant statement in the form of this suit with cut away front peplum and rounded collar. Gold Swarovski crystal buttons decorate the front and a gold crown brooch adds sparkle to the collar. A large gold silk satin bow nestles in the small of the back.
Edition of 3
$115.00 SOLD OUT


Rue du Bac
A pink tonal damask suit sports black faceted glass buttons and a black rose brooch on the collar. An extravagant hat of pink dotted black chiffon and tulle is a dramatic flourish to this elegant suit.
Edition of 2
$115.00 SOLD OUT



La Volière Coat Ensemble
A classic swing coat ensemble in a Tilda print cotton. The fabric’s ground is blue, with a motif in sea glass green. The pattern is of delicate tree branches, on which perch songbirds, who have escaped their nearby cages. Pale aqua pearl buttons decorate the front and a tiny gold brooch of a bird in flight decorates the collar. The coat is fully lined in Tiffany blue silk dupioni. The slim, boat necked sheath dress is in the same print as the coat. A silk ribbon rosette with sparkling beads acts as a brooch.
These chic bejeweled slides are the work of Ann Grahek and can be ordered here.
Edition of 2
$125.00 SOLD OUT



Damask Coat Ensemble
This rose pink and cream damask fabric has been a passion of mine for several years, but I have been saving it for this particular collection. I am just in love with it. The shawl collared coat with front pleats, pale pink pearl buttons and tiny bows is so feminine. The coat is fully lined in dark rose silk. A simple evening sheath in shell pink silk taffeta sports a dark rose silk sash. A blush pink flower hat is the grand finale.
SOLD OUT
$125.00




La Dauphine
Another gown for the queen, this time in a dreamy sea foam green French silk brocade woven with cream feathers and flowers. The strapless sweetheart bodice is trimmed with a double tulle ruffle with tiny sparkling beads and an aqua silk ribbon bow. The skirt is made full by the tulle petticoat beneath. A tulle and silk ribbon necklace with lavender crystal drop included.
$150.00 SOLD


