Morning and Evening Dresses – 1811

Regency Era London Morning and Evening Fashion Plate

This original hand-colored engraving from the September 1811 issue of the British periodical The Lady’s Magazine illustrates high-society attire during the classic Regency period. The historical artwork showcases two women displaying distinct garments of the day, capturing the characteristic high empire waistlines, classical column silhouettes, and delicate fabrics that defined English fashion in the early nineteenth century.

Historical Empire Waist Gowns and Regency Promenade Accessories

The figure on the left models a white London morning dress paired with a long ochre shawl featuring embroidered borders and a draped blue fabric bonnet. Beside her, the woman showcasing an evening dress wears a soft pink gown with a delicate lace-trimmed white wrap shawl, complemented by an ornate matching pink ruched hat, long gloves, and a folded hand fan.