19th c. clothing: 1840-1859
This page has photos of actual 19th century garments, which I find useful for inspiration.
Most of these photos were found on eBay and antique garment dealers, like:
- Maire McLeod Elegant Vintage; also on eBay
- Karen Augusta Antique Lace & Fashion
- Antique & Vintage Dress Gallery
- FiddyBee (eBay)
- Time Travelers (eBay)
- AntiqueCandy (eBay)
Also, check out Démodé: Extant women's clothing 1750-1919.
1840 - 1859
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A cloak c.1840. Yum!!
A Brussels lace mantelet, 1840s.
Boy's blue silk jacket, 1840s
Blue silk taffeta quilted petticoat, 1840s
Brown silk brocade gown, 1840s
Gold silk dress, 1840s
Man's silk brocade vest, 1840s
A dress c.1845. Love the wild fabric!
Shot silk dress c.1845
Blue & gold wool challis gown, 1845
Ecru cotton poke bonnet, 1845
Silk & lace ballgown, 1845
Blue silk striped dress, c.1845
Wool challis day dress, 1848
Pink silk moire ballgown c.1848
Girl's calico dress, c. 1850
Silk dress, c.1855
