Historically Inspired Period Gowns for Rent — Shipped Nationwide from Sophia’s Gallery in Greenwich18th-century, CT

Step into the elegance of the 1700s with Sophia’s Gallery, your destination for high-quality 18th century women’s costume rentals, colonial women’s costumes, Marie Antoinette gowns, Robe Anglaise dresses, Empress Josephine gowns, theatrical period costumes, and historical reenactment clothing.

Located in Cos Cob / Greenwich, Connecticut, Sophia’s Gallery offers beautiful women’s period costume rentals for customers throughout Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, Westport, Fairfield County, New York City, Westchester County, New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and across the United States.

Whether you are dressing for a historical reenactment, school presentation, museum event, Halloween party, colonial fair, theater production, film shoot, themed wedding, masquerade, or 18th century ball, Sophia’s Gallery can help you find a memorable, elegant rental costume.

Nationwide shipping is available. Every shipped rental includes a free prepaid return label. Local customers may also enjoy free in-store pickup at Sophia’s Gallery.

Rent 18th Century Women’s Costumes for 1 or 2 Weeks

Sophia’s Gallery makes period costume rental simple and convenient.

Choose from:

1-week costume rentals
Perfect for parties, presentations, Halloween, photoshoots, or single-day events.

2-week costume rentals
Ideal for theatrical productions, school programs, destination events, travel, multi-day reenactments, and customers who want extra time before and after their event.

We ship nationwide, and your rental package includes a free prepaid return label, making returns easy after your event. Local customers may also choose free pickup at the store in Cos Cob / Greenwich, CT.

Why Choose Sophia’s Gallery for 18th Century Costume Rentals?

For customers searching for authentic-looking 18th century costume rentals near me, colonial women’s costume rental, or Marie Antoinette dress rental shipped nationwide, Sophia’s Gallery offers one of the most unique selections of women’s period costumes available.

Sophia’s has been known for vintage clothing, jewelry, and high-quality costume rentals since 1981. The collection includes elegant reproductions inspired by the fashion of the 18th century, including hoop skirts, panniers, petticoats, fitted bodices, square necklines, lace trims, brocade fabrics, silk-like taffeta, velvet, floral cottons, and empire-waist gowns.

Customers choose Sophia’s Gallery for:

• 18th-century women’s gowns and colonial dresses
• Marie Antoinette-inspired costume rentals
• Empress Josephine and Napoleonic-era gowns
• Robe Anglaise-style dresses
• Colonial day dresses and historical women’s costumes
• Theater, reenactment, Halloween, and film-ready costumes
• Nationwide shipping with a free prepaid return label
• Free local pickup at the Cos Cob / Greenwich store
• 1-week and 2-week rental options
• Expert styling support and accessory recommendations

Women’s 18th Century Costume Rentals

Marie Antoinette Costume Rentals

For a dramatic, elegant, and unmistakably 18th-century look, Sophia’s Gallery offers Marie Antoinette-inspired gowns with full skirts, fitted bodices, lace-up backs, floral details, brocade accents, panniers, ruffles, and rich period styling.

These gowns are excellent for:

• 18th century balls
• Masquerade parties
• French Revolution events
• Historical reenactments
• Theater productions
• Halloween costumes
• Museum events
• Photoshoots
• Film and television styling
• Luxury themed parties

Available styles may include peach-embroidered gowns, floral and wine-colored gowns, turquoise-embroidered gowns, rust- and gold-brocade gowns, Wedgwood blue gowns, and other elaborate period-inspired designs.

Colonial Women’s Costume Rentals

Sophia’s Gallery also offers colonial women’s costume rentals that are ideal for American history events, school presentations, historical museums, educational programs, reenactments, and patriotic celebrations.

Colonial-style options may include cotton floral dresses, day dresses, Robe Anglaise-inspired dresses, petticoats, stomachers, panniers, lace trim, square necklines, and full skirts.

These costumes are perfect for characters and themes such as:

• Colonial American women
• Revolutionary War era events
• Martha Washington-inspired looks
• 1700s townswomen
• Historical interpreters
• Museum docents
• School history programs
• Thanksgiving and heritage events
• Colonial fairs and educational festivals

Empress Josephine & Empire Gown Rentals

For a refined Napoleonic-era look, Sophia’s Gallery offers Empress Josephine-inspired gowns and empire-waist costumes. These styles are elegant, flattering, and well suited for formal historical events, theatrical productions, and sophisticated costume parties.

Empress Josephine-inspired costumes may include empire silhouettes, puff sleeves, metallic lace, velvet details, decorative trims, tiara-style accessories, and period-inspired styling.

These gowns work beautifully for:

• Regency-inspired events
• Napoleonic-era productions
• Historical balls
• Period dramas
• Elegant costume parties
• Stage performances
• Formal photoshoots

Robe Anglaise & 18th Century Day Dress Rentals

A Robe Anglaise-style dress is one of the most recognizable silhouettes of the 18th century. Sophia’s Gallery offers lightweight, comfortable, historically inspired dresses with fitted bodices, matching underskirts, stomachers, panniers, and full skirts.

These are excellent choices for customers who want a beautiful but wearable 18th century costume for a longer event, school presentation, outdoor reenactment, or theatrical performance.

Popular 18th-century Rental Uses

18th Century Costume Rentals for Theater & Stage

Sophia’s Gallery is a trusted source for theatrical costume rentals. Directors, costume designers, schools, local theaters, and production teams can rent women’s 18th century costumes for plays, musicals, historical scenes, and period performances.

Rental options may be suitable for productions inspired by:

• Marie Antoinette
• Dangerous Liaisons
• Amadeus
• Colonial America
• French court fashion
• Revolutionary War history
• Napoleonic-era stories
• 18th-century aristocracy

Colonial Women’s Costumes for Schools & Museums

Educators, museum teams, historical societies, and students can rent colonial women’s costumes for presentations, heritage programs, and interactive educational events.

Sophia’s Gallery is ideal for customers searching:

• colonial costume rental for women
• women’s colonial dress rental
• colonial costume shipped nationwide
• Revolutionary War costume rental
• Martha Washington costume rental
• 18th century women’s costume near me
• historical costume rental in Greenwich CT

Halloween, Parties & Masquerade Costume Rentals

Looking for a costume that feels more elegant than a standard packaged costume? Sophia’s Gallery offers high-quality women’s period costumes for Halloween, masquerades, themed birthdays, costume balls, charity galas, historical dinners, and private events.

A Marie Antoinette gown or 18th century dress makes a dramatic entrance and photographs beautifully.

Nationwide Costume Rental Shipping

Sophia’s Gallery ships costume rentals nationwide, making it easy to rent a high-quality 18th century costume even if you are not located near Greenwich, CT.

Your shipped rental includes:

Nationwide delivery
Costumes can be shipped across the United States.

Free prepaid return label
A prepaid return label is included with shipped rentals for an easier return process.

1-week or 2-week rental options
Choose the rental period that works best for your event schedule.

Carefully packed costumes
Costumes are prepared for safe shipment and event use.

Styling support
Call or email Sophia’s Gallery for help choosing the right gown, size, accessories, and rental length.

Free In-Store Pickup in Greenwich / Cos Cob, CT

Local customers may pick up rental costumes directly from Sophia’s Gallery.

Sophia’s Gallery
428 E Putnam Ave
Cos Cob, CT 06807

Free pickup is ideal for customers in:

Greenwich, Cos Cob, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Westport, Fairfield, Rye, Port Chester, White Plains, Westchester County, New York City, Long Island, and nearby Connecticut and New York areas.

Call ahead to confirm availability, sizing, rental dates, and pickup details.

How to Rent a Costume from Sophia’s Gallery

1. Choose your costume style

Browse women’s 18th century, colonial, Marie Antoinette, Empress Josephine, and historical gown options.

2. Contact Sophia’s Gallery

Book online or call or email to check availability, sizing, rental price, shipping time, and accessories.

3. Select a 1-week or 2-week rental

Choose the rental length that gives you enough time for your event.

4. Pick up or ship nationwide

Local customers can pick up in store. Nationwide customers can have costumes shipped directly.

5. Return with your prepaid label

For shipped rentals, use the included free prepaid return label after your rental period.

Costume Accessories Available

Complete your 18th century or colonial look with accessories from Sophia’s Gallery. Depending on availability, the team may help you style your costume with:

• Wigs
• Tiara-style crowns
• Brooches
• Pins
• Earrings
• Necklaces
• Rings
• Bracelets
• Hoop skirts
• Panniers
• Petticoats
• Shoe buckles
• Period-style accents

Accessories may be rented or sold separately depending on the item. Contact Sophia’s Gallery for availability.

Best 18th Century & Colonial Costume Rental Store in Greenwich, CT

Sophia’s Gallery serves customers locally and nationwide with high-quality women’s costume rentals for events that require elegance, historical style, and a memorable look.

Whether you need a Marie Antoinette costume rental in Greenwich, CT, a colonial women’s dress shipped nationwide, or a historical gown rental for theater, Sophia’s Gallery can help you create the right character from head to toe.

Call today to check availability and reserve your rental.

Call Sophia’s Gallery: 203-869-6911

FAQ: 18th Century & Colonial Women’s Costume Rentals

Do you rent 18th century women’s costumes?

Yes. Sophia’s Gallery rents women’s 18th century-inspired costumes, including Marie Antoinette gowns, colonial dresses, Empress Josephine-style gowns, Robe Anglaise dresses, brocade gowns, velvet gowns, floral cotton dresses, and historical period costumes.

Do you ship costume rentals nationwide?

Yes. Sophia’s Gallery ships costume rentals across the United States. Shipped rentals include a free prepaid return label.

Is there free pickup at the store?

Yes. Local customers may arrange free in-store pickup at Sophia’s Gallery in Cos Cob / Greenwich, CT.

How long can I rent a costume?

Sophia’s Gallery offers 1-week and 2-week costume rentals. A 1-week rental is ideal for a single event, while a 2-week rental is helpful for travel, theater, multi-day events, or customers who want extra time.

Do shipped rentals include a return label?

Yes. Shipped rentals include a free prepaid return label so you can send the costume back after your rental period.

What sizes are available?

Sizing varies by costume. Many 18th-century and colonial women’s costumes are adjustable because of lace-up backs, stomachers, panniers, or flexible styling. Contact Sophia’s Gallery with your measurements for the best fit recommendation.

Can I rent a Marie Antoinette costume?

Yes. Sophia’s Gallery offers Marie Antoinette-inspired gown rentals in several elegant styles, including embroidered, floral, brocade, and court-inspired looks.

Can I rent a colonial women’s costume for a high school project or museum event?

Yes. Colonial women’s costume rentals are available for high school programs, museum events, historical societies, reenactments, and educational presentations.

Are accessories included?

Some costumes may include specific pieces, while other accessories may be rented or purchased separately. Wigs, jewelry, hoops, panniers, brooches, tiaras, and other details may be available depending on the costume.

Can I rent costumes for a theater production?

Yes. Sophia’s Gallery works with customers renting costumes for theater, stage productions, school plays, film shoots, and historical performances.

What areas do you serve locally?

Sophia’s Gallery serves Greenwich, Cos Cob, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Westport, Fairfield County, Westchester County, New York City, and nearby Connecticut and New York areas.

How do I reserve a costume?

Call Sophia’s Gallery at 203-869-6911 to check availability, sizing, rental dates, shipping options, and pickup details.