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Painting Costume Analysis: Pamela Series, Part Nine

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IX: Pamela is Married, Joseph Highmore, 1743-4; Tate Collection N03575 Because Mr. B really isn't supposed to marry Pamela, they need to hide their relationship for a while. He asks her to "dress as [she] used to do; for now, at least ...", which I believe means as she dressed when she was working for … Continue reading Painting Costume Analysis: Pamela Series, Part Nine

Galerie des Modes, 54e Cahier, 2e Figure

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Redingote of violet taffeta, revers, collar, and cuffs white, steel buttons, striped and spotted muslin petticoat: puce straw hat trimmed with large steel buckles: it is edged and belted with black velvet. (1787) "Women's clothing must have a sex; and this dress must contrast with ours.  A woman must be woman from head to foot: … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 54e Cahier, 2e Figure

Galerie des Modes, 53e Cahier, 6e Figure

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 Young Elégant dressed in an embroidered coat with a vest of the newest taste. (1787) Knight's Costume. - "Coat, vest, and breeches of a silk stuff appropriate to the season: on the sword, a cabbage bow which prevents the hilt from being found; very long curls, and overall extremely large, because they mingle better; the hair … Continue reading Galerie des Modes, 53e Cahier, 6e Figure