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Costume October 1868
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Costume October 1868
Girl: pleated skirt, front buttoning tunic, cape collar & skirt ends caught up. Blue dress: double skirt, train, pelerine cape, over skirt with diagonal rows of puffings. Date: 1868
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%unrestricted 1868 Buttoning Cape Casaque Diagonal Double Fashions Flounces Lace Pelerine Pleated Puffings Rows Skirt Tunic 1860s
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October 1868: A Fashionable Duo in Victorian Elegance This photograph, hailing from the year 1868, showcases two stylish women dressed in the height of Victorian fashion. On the left, a young girl dons an enchanting costume, featuring a front buttoning tunic with a voluminous pleated skirt and a cape collar. The skirt's ends are artfully caught up, revealing a glimpse of her stockings and shoes. The girl's outfit is further accentuated by a delicate blue cap adorned with lace. On the right, an adult woman graces us with her presence in a stunning blue dress. This elegant attire boasts a double skirt with a generous train, adding an air of grandeur. A pelerine cape, complete with a casaque and flounces, drapes elegantly over the dress, while diagonal rows of puffings add texture and visual interest. The woman's ensemble is completed with a sophisticated cap, adding a touch of refinement to her overall appearance. The year 1868 marked a significant moment in fashion history, with these Victorian styles embodying the opulence and elegance of the era. The intricate details and rich colors of their outfits serve as a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and creativity of the time. This photograph not only captures the essence of the fashionable women of the late 1860s but also transports us back to a bygone era of beauty and sophistication.
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