calantheandthenightingale:

Ensemble

Date: 1887–91 
Culture: American
Medium: silk, beads, metal

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Hat (American), Met Museum, 1893-95

yeoldefashion:

A court jester fancy dress costume made by Madame Elise circa 1890.

yeoldefashion:

A court jester fancy dress costume made by Madame Elise circa 1890.


Worth Wedding Gown, Glenbow Museum, 1892

Though it’s out of order with the rest of the dresses, I had to post this Worth gown that vintagevision recommended. Isn’t it absolutely striking? I know from experience how difficult it is to manipulate and elegantly display silk satin, so I’m in awe of the expertise and beauty of this garment. C’est magnifique!

Worth Wedding Dress (French), Met Museum, 1896

Worth Wedding Dress (French), Met Museum, 1896

Worth Bridesmaid’s Dress, Met Museum, 1896

Worth Bridesmaid’s Dress, Met Museum, 1896


Wedding Ensemble (American), Met Museum, 1895