American Duchess Creates 18th Century Shoe Buckles from Originals

RENO, Nev. - Aug. 28, 2013 - PRLog -- American Duchess presents a new addition their line of exclusive 18th Century shoe buckles, the "Cavendish" buckles, available in both antique silver and antique gold.  Created from an original pair of brass Georgian shoe buckles, the curious "shoe jewelry" recreates the unique way that 18th century men and women fastened their shoes.  Now available to order at http://www.american-duchess.com/historic-shoe-buckles-accessories , "Cavendish" joins three other styles of 18th Century Shoe buckles designed by American Duchess, to accessorize their reproduction 18th Century shoes.

"Cavendish" buckles are cast in white brass, with a patina plating in gold or silver.  The buckles are domed to curve with the top of the wearer's foot, and feature a delicate, historically accurate floral design.

American Duchess Company re-creates the fashions of the past from original examples of footwear and accessories.  Founded in 2011, American Duchess has produced antique shoe styles from the 18th century to the 1920s, with expansion to their range including silk clocked stockings, 18th century shoe buckles, and shoe care supplies.  See the full catalog at http://www.american-duchess.com/ .