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Late 19th Century Women’s Nightwear and Lingerie Fashion
The article surveys elaborate garments including sheer silk peignoirs, blue and white tub silk slipovers, velvet knot fastenings, crocheted edging, and flowing gowns. It notes homewear versus nightwear use, mentions lace and batiste breakfast jackets, and highlights Perriot style robes and bifurcated garments for privacy. It also discusses cigarette ornaments, decorative smoking accessories, and the era’s emphasis on elaborate fabrics, belts, and ribbons.
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