1780's Lady
1780's Lady
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Similar to the fashions from a decade earlier, ladies’ styles continued to move away from the overly ornate and elaborate baroque and rococo gowns. Simpler lines and construction were vogue, at least for non-working, informal attire. The bum roll or rump was still popular, offering the look of the more formal hoop skirts without the bulk or hassle. Printed cotton fabrics were popular. *
*This information is only intended to serve as a general recommendation. If you belong to a reenacting group or work for a historic site, we strongly recommend you check with your group first before purchasing this outfit.
HAT
Pictured Left: SH-904 15-16" Straw Hat, worn atop a CP-911 Cotton Ladies’ Colonial Cap.
Alternative: LP-911 Linen Ladies’ Colonial Cap.
CHEMISE
Pictured Right: SH-122 Cotton Chemise (worn beneath gown).
Alternative: LH-122 White Linen Chemise.
STAYS
ST-265 Ladies’ Stays (worn beneath bodice).
GOWN
Pictured Left: PB-267 Ladies' Sleeved Bodice - Printed.
Alternatives: SB-267 Solid Cotton Sleeved Bodice or LB-267 Solid Linen Sleeved Bodice.
FLOUNCED SKIRT
Pictured Right: PF-145 Printed Flounced Skirt.
Alternatives: SF-145 Solid Flounced Skirt or any other skirts.
STOCKINGS
SP-754 Cotton Stockings of any color.
Alternatives: Most of the stockings we offer. You may also wish to use LG-307 Ladies’ Garters to keep your stockings in place.
SHOES
Pictured Left: LS-920 Ladies’ Shoes.
BUCKLES
LB-918 Ladies' Plain Shoe Buckles in Brass.
Alternatives: Any of the ladies’ buckles we offer. You may also consider lacing your shoes.