Jul 22, 2013 · Flounced skirts were quite popular in the 1850s; in the late 1860s skirts became elliptical. Ladies’ evening gowns of this era typically consist of a full gathered or pleated skirt …

Dec 27, 2019 · In the evening, the neckline of dresses dropped off-the-shoulder and could be straight or en coeur (dipped in the center). The neckline was often trimmed with a bertha, a …

Dec 1, 2020 · This light pinky peach dress covered in ruched bows and with full crinoline-supported skirt epitomizes the early 1860s ball gown. With delicate detailing and a simple …

Dec 21, 2014 · ILLUSTRATIONS OF LADIES’ EVENING DRESS OF THE 1850s AND 1860s LARGER IMAGES OF FASHION PLATES AND ORIGINAL DESCRIPTIONS. Fashion Plates …

This lush purple velvet dress designed by Elizabeth Keckley for Mary Todd Lincoln features both an evening and day bodice paired with a wide crinoline skirt. The ensemble, worn in 1861-62 …

Dec 20, 2013 · Though the silhouette in this era is basically the same, there are some differences between late 1850s and early 1860s styles. Late 1850s skirts have lots of flounces and the …

Jul 30, 2021 · Princess Pauline in 1860, likely wearing her Worth dress. Photo source. An 1869-70 evening dress dyed magenta. Photo source. The linen or cotton chemise was still the base …

To emphasize the wide neckline on evening dresses, Bertha collars—which followed the décolleté—were made of pleated fabric, ruffles, or lace. Fringe, braid, and lace were widely used.

please visit the 1860s Evening Dress page. In selecting one of the newest and prettiest dresses of the season for illustration, we have been influenced by its simplicity of style and taste. To be …

During the summer, the dresses were made of silk and were of soft shades. The silk along with the light linen inner garments made it very comfortable for women to wear during the hot …