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MUSLIN GOWN 1795
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MUSLIN GOWN 1795
A young woman wears a white muslin, ankle length gown, muslin jacket, a fichu or neckerchief, a mob cap with pink ribbon, white stockings & black heeled shoes. Date: 1795
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1795 Ankle Fichu Gown Heeled Length Maintenance Muslin Neckerchief Ribbon Shoes Stockings Wears
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1. Title: A Young Woman in Fashion: 1795 Muslin Gown and Accessories This image showcases a young woman in the height of 18th-century fashion, dressed in a pristine white muslin gown and accompanying accessories. The year is 1795, a time when elegance and refinement were celebrated through the use of light, flowing fabrics like muslin. The young woman's ankle-length muslin gown is simple yet sophisticated, with a fitted bodice that flatters the figure and a full, voluminous skirt that billows gently around her. The gown is accessorized with a matching muslin jacket, adding an extra layer of warmth and style. A delicate fichu or neckerchief is draped around her neck, providing both modesty and a touch of elegance. The fichu is secured with a brooch, adding a personal touch to the ensemble. A mob cap adorned with a pink ribbon sits atop her head, completing the look. The young woman wears white stockings and black heeled shoes, a practical yet fashionable choice for the time. The stockings help to accentuate the elegance of the gown, while the shoes provide both comfort and a sense of sophistication. Despite the elegance of her attire, it's important to remember that this young woman was not likely a member of the aristocracy. Instead, she was likely a member of the middle or upper-middle classes, who took great pride in their appearance and sought to emulate the fashions of the wealthy. Maintaining such an outfit would have been a labor-intensive process. The muslin fabric would need to be carefully laundered and pressed to keep it looking crisp and clean. The stockings would need to be mended and replaced regularly, and the shoes would need to be polished to keep them looking new. Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the world of 18th-century fashion and the effort and care that went into maintaining an elegant appearance.
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