1. 19th CENTURY CLOTHING

3. Women ’ s Fashion

4. 1840s - 1850s women's gowns developed narrow and sloping shoulders, low and pointed waists, and bell-shaped skirts Corsets, knee-length chemise, and layers of petticoats were worn under the gowns The chemise and petticoats were replaced by pantalettes and the crinoline as the size of the skirts expanded low neckline and were worn off the shoulder Evening gown

5. 1860 Day dresses had wide pagoda sleeves and high necklines with lace or tatted collars the skirts became flatter at the front and projected out more behind the woman low neckline and short sleeves Evening gown