Victorian Fashions And Costumes From Harperвђ™s B... -

Detailed engravings of complex hairstyles and period-specific hair ornaments.

The final decade featured ballooning "leg-o'-mutton" sleeves and widening skirts, emphasizing a tiny, corseted waist. It also charts the rise of the "American Girl" look, featuring simpler shirtwaists and the first acceptable use of bloomers for cycling. Included Attire and Accessories Victorian Fashions and Costumes from Harper’s B...

This period marks the transition from the conical hoop skirt to the "walking costume," which featured looped skirts for easier movement. It also captures the early, softer bustle era and the influence of the Franco-Prussian War on Parisian fashion dominance. emphasizing a tiny

Morning gowns, dinner dresses, traveling clothes, and mourning attire. or historical reenactments.

Historically accurate reference for theater, film, or historical reenactments.