19th century fashion aesthetic

Fashion Plate, ‘Dinner Dress’ for ‘The Repository of Arts’, Rudolph Ackermann (England, London, 1764-1834), England, London, April 1, 1825, Prints, Hand-colored engraving on paper.

1885 Karl Gussow - Princess Elizabeth of Hesse-Kassel (Schloss Fasanerie)

Studio: M.J.Steffens - Chicago Steffens was operating at the address on these cards (2246 Cottage Grove Ave.) from 1882 - 1886. img2024

“For about two years now, I have been dressing like this all the time.”

Ladies' clothing of the early 1800s featured a high waistline called Empire and employed the use of soft, lightweight fabrics. Later Romantic style included large sleeves and decorated hems.

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