Victorian tea gown

Purple was one of the most fashionable—and versatile—colors of the Victorian era.

Maison Rouff design as featured in the July 1902 issue of Les Modes

From the seller: legant couture 1860’s Civil War Ball gown over coat in amazing condition. French Pastel cream watered silk fabric with pink Roses. Embellished with the best carved Mother of Pearl buttons, front and back. A sewing masterpiece with front and back rows of gorgeous ruching, and also on the sleeve armyces intense cartridge pleating. Aside from a few tiny hold to light pinholes and a little seam opening in the back it is in excellent condition. No stains, ripping, tears or real…

From the seller: ANTIQUE MOURNING GGOWN Label: Daniels & Fisher Denver Description: Black silk floral damask mourning gown from the late 1800s to early 1900s Yellow velveteen collar probably added later Lace wide collar, around the cuffs and in gathered rows down the center front Velvet and lace around the hem Satin sash and big bow in the front Boned inside Large pleat in the center back starts at the top and forms a train...It is large enough for a bustle underneath It has a museum number…

Step out looking classy this Halloween in a Bridgerton inspired Victorian dress. Made of satin and comes with a pair of matching gloves

Once the tea gown was wearable, I added a few extra bits and bobs. First, covered buttons. I bought several sizes, since I didn’t know which would look best on the finished gown, and ended up…

Tea Gown on The John Bright Collection

Tea gown Date: 1875 Culture: American Medium: wool, silk, cotton | The Metropolitan Museum of Art

@historicalclothing: “TIME OF DAY THURSDAY Garments in history were often classified by the time of day they’re meant to…”