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[August 27, 2013] 
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Pictures by Nila Smith |
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Hoops varied in sizes and were never worn for
daily dress. It was also noted the leading cause of death
among women in the 1800s was from their clothing catching fire
while cooking.
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Can-cans were added on top of the hoop and
could be one or multiples. |
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Then comes the skirt. |
Women of means almost always had someone to
assist them in dressing. |
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For a guest in a home, the hostess
normally provided someone to assist with getting dressed. |
The day dress includes a long-sleeved blouse
with a detachable lace collar. Many items were detachable so
they could be washed without the entire dress being washed. |
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Women of means also avoided having the sun hit
their skin. For a woman to have a tan indicated she had to
work in the fields. Therefore, every inch was covered during
travel, and often a parasol was carried to shield the face. |
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