(This costume is intended for a young girl and is a simplified version of women's "fairy godmother" costumes.)
Skirt of amber cashmere or veiling. Apron of white silk trimmed round with the eyes from peacock plumes. Pointed body of satin with a basque skirt cut in points. The body is trimmed with strips of white silk tied across and fastened in bows. Hanging sleeves, cut round in points. Cloak of green cashmere or satin. Deep, white linen collar. Sugar-loaf hat trimmed with a peacock plume.
Source:
Masquerade and Carnival. New York: The Butterick Publishing Company, 1892.
A sugarloaf hat is a tall, pointed hat -- the classic "witch" style.
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