1782 Geneviève d'Ossun - Raspberry Cream

1780s Raspberry Cream Stripe for Italian Gown

This elegant striped design is recreated from Gazette des atours de la Reine Marie-Antoinette pour l'année 1782 — the official record of the Queen’s wardrobe. The soft raspberry tones paired with a light cream ground create a warm and refined composition, characteristic of late 18th-century taste.

The “Raspberry Cream” colourway brings a gentle richness to the design while maintaining a light and wearable expression. The vertical stripe enhances the silhouette, making it especially suitable for flowing gowns and structured bodices.

Well suited for

Ideal for Italian gowns, Robe à l’Anglaise, Robe à la Polonaise, fitted bodices, and elegant 18th-century garments where a soft yet defined stripe supports the overall shape.

Design & Historical Context

Striped textiles of the 1780s were widely used to create rhythm, movement, and elegance in fashionable dress. This raspberry-toned interpretation preserves the historical composition while offering a warmer and more romantic palette for modern historical work.

Reference Person
Geneviève d’Ossun (1751–1830) served as dame d’atour to Queen Marie-Antoinette, overseeing the royal wardrobe and dress ceremonies during the 1780s.