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Fashions for August, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Fashions for August, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Fashions for August, 1844. 1. A paille de riz hat ornamented with flowers and a veil. A polka mantelet of changeable silk trimmed with fringe. A silk dress.2. A straw hat, ornamented with a shaded feather. A mousseline-de-laine dress trimmed with lace.3. A lace and ribbon cap. A muslin dress.4. A hair coiffure, ornamented with ribbon. A tarlatane Grecian dress, ornamented with narrow velvet ribbon. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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This print showcases the elegant fashions of August 1844, captured by an unknown creator. The image features four distinct ensembles that epitomize the style and grace of the Victorian era. In the first ensemble, a lady dons a paille de riz hat adorned with delicate flowers and a veil, perfectly complementing her silk dress. She completes her look with a polka mantelet made from changeable silk and trimmed with fringe. The second outfit highlights a straw hat embellished with a shaded feather, paired harmoniously with a mousseline-de-laine dress adorned in intricate lace details. Moving on to the third ensemble, we see an exquisite lace and ribbon cap adorning the head of another fashionable woman who wears an enchanting muslin dress. Lastly, attention is drawn to an elaborate hair coiffure decorated elegantly with ribbons. This complements her tarlatane Grecian dress beautifully enhanced by narrow velvet ribbons. Taken from "Illustrated London News" in 1844, this black-and-white engraving captures every minute detail of these stunning garments worn during this period. It provides us today with valuable insight into the fashion trends cherished by women in 19th century Britain. Preserved through time by Heritage Images, this remarkable print allows us to appreciate not only the craftsmanship involved but also how fashion has evolved over centuries while still inspiring contemporary styles for women around the world.
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