At this time of year, there are vintage events and festivals dotted all around the country to celebrate bygone eras. The annual Goodwood Revival from the 8th to the 10th of September is a firm favourite vintage event with us here at The Seamstress of Bloomsbury, and we want to help you look as fabulous as possible!

Whether attending tea parties, enjoying a spot of afternoon tea, or just casual daywear, the humble tea dress has been an essential addition to our wardrobes for over a century! 

But where did the tea dress originate from, and how has it remained a fashion favourite for over 100 years?