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Longtime readers and friends might know that I have an obsession professional interest in studying 1860s mourning clothing. I first presented on the topic at the millinery symposium at Colonial Williamsburg in 2014, and have been continuing my research in my "spare" time. I was thrilled when I was asked to present again at The Mariners' Museum's Civil War Event, Battle of Hampton Roads in March. Along with giving my lecture, I set up an interpretive display of mourning items I've made or…

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As we can see this gown seems very simple and plain. This is most likely due to being in the middle/lower class. The dress is made from a cotton material and had a few buttons don the middle of the bodice. With a simple neckline and long sleeves, there most likely has a tight fitted bodice, skirt, chemise, bustle, and corset cover underneath the plain gown. 1870s Fashion, 19th Century Clothing, 1800s Fashion, Century Dress, 19th Century Fashion, Century Clothing, Dress Sketches, Victorian Clothing, Historical Dresses

As we can see this gown seems very simple and plain. This is most likely due to being in the middle/lower class. The dress is made from a cotton material and had a few buttons don the middle of the bodice. With a simple neckline and long sleeves, there most likely has a tight fitted bodice, skirt, chemise, bustle, and corset cover underneath the plain gown.

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