Our First Gilded Heiresses LIVE Is Happening — Today!

Hi everybody! I thought it only fitting to share this photo of the Duchess of Devonshire’s Worth gown because it’s exactly the kind of fashion, power, and storytelling we’ll be diving into today during our very first Gilded Heiresses LIVE event.

At 3:30pm EDT / 8:30pm GMT, I’ll be joined by Elizabeth L. Block Gilded Age Fashion, author of Dressing Up: The Women Who Influenced French Fashion. Together, we’ll be talking about:

– What this very dress tells us about the Duchess of Devonshire and other Gilded Heiresses role in transatlantic society
– How American heiresses helped shape Parisian couture
– Why fashion in the Gilded Age was never just about appearance — it was about visibility, influence, and identity

And I’ll be revealing something personal: a recent discovery in our own archives! A stunning dress designed by Worth and worn by Alberta Sturges, my husband’s great-grandmother and a lesser-known American heiress whose story I’ve spent years uncovering. The timing couldn’t be more perfect.

This live event is one of the special perks for paid subscribers of Gilded Heiresses. If you’d like to join us or watch the recording afterward, you can upgrade to the paid tier and be part of our growing community of Gilded Age enthusiasts.

See you soon — I cannot wait for this one!
xx Julie