Dresses – 1802

The woman labeled “3” wears a yellow dress with long skirts, a scoop neckline, and short sleeves. Her shoes are flat and yellow, and her stockings are white. She wears a short, lace or gauze jacket over her dress that ties under the bust, has ruffles at the neck, and is trimmed with scallops and patterns along the short sleeves and hem. Her hat is yellow, with an up-turned brim and chin strap. It is decorated with yellow flowers.

The woman labeled “4” wears a purple dress with long skirts, elbow-length sleeves, empire waist, and a scoop neck. She has a ruffled white cape tied around her shoulders and wears a white hat trimmed in blue at the crown and tied with a blue bow. Her blue shoes are flat, and her stockings are white. She wears pale blue gloves that cover her entire arms. The two women stand on grass.

Credit: The Claremont Colleges