Bodice of two-piece day dress in black and cream3D Model
TRURI : 1989.62.2a The bodice of a two-piece day dress. Made in cream satin and overlaid with black net, with a cream lace collar. This forms part of the trousseau of Edith Williams, who was married to Reverend Sidney Cooper, 9th January 1890.
The day dress was to be worn publicly. “Day dresses” were often in two pieces: the bodice and skirt. These were tailored and fitted to accentuate, while not hindering everyday activity. The Victorian period saw the introduction of bright synthetic dyes and some rather extravagant fashions. By 1890, slimmer sleeves and tailored jackets were in style. Edith Williams’ clothing, though richly adorned and beautifully designed and made, was comparatively mellow with more natural lines and practical cuts. The bodice jacket of this day dress perfectly exemplifies the more modest styles worn in the country, and perhaps reflects Edith’s transition to Reverend’s wife from wealthy merchant’s daughter.
This model was made by Purpose 3D.
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