| GODEY'S FASHION PLATES JUNE & JULY 1867 |
Note the little boy in skirts playing with his wagon. Are there any reenactors
out there brave enough to put their little boys in kilts or aprons? :)
out there brave enough to put their little boys in kilts or aprons? :)
Skirts have already transitioned from the bell-shaped hoop to the
elliptical hoop, with increased fullness and length at the back.
Note also the draped overskirts and hairstyles with heavy buns at
the back, presaging the styles of the 1870s. The waist is still a
little short at this time.
elliptical hoop, with increased fullness and length at the back.
Note also the draped overskirts and hairstyles with heavy buns at
the back, presaging the styles of the 1870s. The waist is still a
little short at this time.
| July 1867 Bathing Dresses |