Robe à la Turque or type of Circassienne, but different than the others; it has a collar like a Lévite, and a very large white scarf knotted at the waist: the petticoat is coupé: no trimming. This gown, which we will show in profile and from the back, attracted all the eyes of the Public, … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 27e Cahier, 3e Figure
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Galerie des Modes, 27e Cahier, 2e Figure
Changeable taffeta gown, trimmed with white taffeta with a chiné print in diverse colors, and decorated with blonde lace on the edges of the trimming; the hat is belted with a roulé ribbon. (1779) Robe with chiné trimming. This Gown in a Polonaise, leaving the throat uncovered. It fastens in front, over a compere forming … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 27e Cahier, 2e Figure
Galerie des Modes, 27e Cahier, 1ere Figure
Young Lady questing: she is dressed in a Court gown of Pekin, trimmed with gauze interlaced with ribbon and garlands of flowers. The man who escorts her is dressed in a suit of Gros de Naples, embroidered around the edges with sequins in all colors. (1779) Robe de Cour, in "Monsieur's plum" color. It is … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 27e Cahier, 1ere Figure
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