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Another great example! Stylish 19th-century men's tailcoat, probably English, from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. It dates 1825-1830. This wool plain-weave coat, with hints of military influences, buttons all the way to the collar – although the fashion was to wear it open or buttoned just to the bottom two or three rows.
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Elegant French plaid dress from 1882 from The Met Museum. It’s worn with a bustle cage. This is an ordinary day dress usually worn by aristocratic ladies in the late 19th century.
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Lady’s wedding attire, 1865-1870. Tight-fitting bodice, wide skirt with train, gloves, and hat. The costume is made from taffeta. The bodice is worn with corset, the skirt – with bustle and petticoats. The hat is made from velvet and embellished with artificial flowers and velvet decorations.
