Crinoline
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A crinoline is a stiff or structured petticoat designed to hold out a skirt, popular at various times since the mid-19th century. Originally, crinoline described a stiff fabric made of horsehair and c
Princess Dagmar of Denmark wearing a crinoline in the 1860s
Cage crinoline underskirt, 1860s, ModeMuseum, Antwerp
Crin tape
Horsehair crinoline, 1840s (MET)
Dress
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A dress is a one-piece outer garment that is worn on the torso, hanging down over the legs. Dresses often consist of a bodice attached to a skirt.
Houppeland (right)
Spanish farthingale silhouette
Wheel farthingale silhouette
Illustration of 18th century French women