Showing posts with label 1820s. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1820s. Show all posts

Monday, October 6, 2008

Pale Pink Ballgown circa 1820-1823


1820t23-2006AH0856, originally uploaded by Lady W.

A graceful gown dated approximately 1820.

Saturday, September 27, 2008

1828 Day Dress


1828-2006AV6217, originally uploaded by Lady W.

A cheerful day dress from 1828.

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Leg O'Mutton Sleeves


1829-M86_266_466, originally uploaded by Lady W.

An elegant trio of ladies from 1829.

Saturday, September 20, 2008

The Pelisse


1821-M86_266_314, originally uploaded by Lady W.

"Pelisse - An ankle-length, figure-fitting overcoat-dress... worn over lighter dress, and usually open in the front, for house or street wear from 1800-1870."
- "The Writers Guide to Everyday Life in the 1800s" by Marc McCutcheon