A leg was a "limb."
A house of ill repute was a "coffee house."
(True, they did serve coffee.)
D.H. Lawrence called orgasm a "crisis."
And this blouse was a "ladies garment."
Instead of what it is.
A Victorian knockout.
Women were just beginning to show that they were, indeed, women.
A voyage of discovery was happening right at home too.
Stitched Down Pleated Victorian Blouse (No. 2665). I've had this classic shape reproduced in a 100% cotton yarn dyed chambray, which gives it a subtle luster.
Reason being, it's woven with red and blue, instead of the ordinary method of using any color and white.
Lace medallion appliquéd shoulders square off frame. Three sets of pleats on each side of front buttons. Nipped waist flaring out to a shaped hem.
Slightly puffed sleeves gather into an adjustable cuff with appliquéd lace medallions. Beautiful in any age. Update it with jeans. Or, if you prefer to go back in time with a long skirt, say hello to Darwin for me. Imported.
Women's sizes: 2 through 18.
Color: Indigo/red yarn dyed.