Note the short hem for keeping your dress safe from sand and water on the beaches, and the unusual embroidery on the back of the bodice. She has a lovely parasol and scarf combination, don’t you think?
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Note the short hem for keeping your dress safe from sand and water on the beaches, and the unusual embroidery on the back of the bodice. She has a lovely parasol and scarf combination, don’t you think?

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Marine Costume, mid- to late-1820s

Marine Costume, mid- to late-1820s

Bathing Place Evening Dress, date unknown.

Bathing Place Evening Dress, date unknown.

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One of my absolute favourite fashion plates. I adore her bonnet with the side-tied bow, and the ruching on her upper sleeves combined with the delicate lace is so precious. I can’t get enough of this colour! Such a pretty seaside dress.
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One of my absolute favourite fashion plates. I adore her bonnet with the side-tied bow, and the ruching on her upper sleeves combined with the delicate lace is so precious. I can’t get enough of this colour! Such a pretty seaside dress.

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