19th c. clothing: 1880-1889

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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:

Also, check out Démodé: Extant women's clothing 1750-1919.

1880 - 1889

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Brown cotton polonaise, c. 1880





Embroidered organza gown, c. 1880
images courtesy of Maire McLeod Elegant Vintage



Brown silk & velvet bustled skirt, c. 1880





Cage bustle, c. 1880





Gold brocade & ivory silk satin reception gown, c. 1880










Tan satin R&G corset with lace trim, c. 1880





White muslin (wedding?) gown, c. 1880





Three-piece hip pad, 1880s





Black silk beaded pelerine, 1880s





Black silk brocade jacket, 1880s





Black velvet and ecru lace reception gown, 1880s





Black wool bat-wing coat with braiding, 1880s





Girls blue dotted print dress, 1880s





Blue silk bustle gown, 1880s





Worth beaded black velvet & lace capelet, 1880s. Gorgeous!










Brown velveteen & copper silk bustle dress, 1880s





 

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