Regency Fashions for Ladies, Vintage Victorian Fashions of the early 19th century Regency era (c. 1795 1837) were designed to be seen in motion. Gloves, shawls, and parasols can animate someone walking, turning, or lingering. Subtle gestures are central to A Primer on Regency Era Women's Fashion Kristen Koster Gold Regency Era Dress with Elegant Embroidery Custom Regency Dress with Puff Sleeves and Pearl Detailing Plus Size Size 20W Gold with Cape Maggie and her beautiful reproduction Regency gown. We had fun here with some fashion plate style posing. Scroll through to see the original dress she based hers on.