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July 27, 2010

Queen of Mirth

(Another lovely costume description with no illustration to accompany it.  This is a great one for people who want to fuss around with accessories and little decorations on a relatively simple gown.)

Rose-coloured skirt, white satin front, and low square bodice, trimmed with bells, crocuses, shamrocks, and butterflies (emblems of mirth); coronet and veil; a sceptre surmounted by a butterfly; rose-coloured shoes.

Source: Holt, Ardern.  Fancy Dresses Described, 5th Edition.  London: Debenham & Freebody, 1887.

Posted at 08:48 AM in 1880s, Abstract, Victorian, Women's |

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Cute!

Posted by: Kristen | July 27, 2010 at 07:27 PM

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