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The Power of Functional Pockets
In the mid- to late nineteenth century, functional pockets in women’s clothing were a powerful symbol of women's burgeoning independence....
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The Artistry of the Victorian Eyebrow
During the Victorian era, some believed that the shape and symmetry of a lady’s brows were indicative of not only her beauty but her character....
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Madam, Ma’am, or Miss: Proper Address for Unmarried Young Ladies
In the nineteenth century, the proper address for an unmarried young lady depended on both the rank of the one being addressed and the rank of the one doing the addressing....
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Flattering by Gaslight: Fashion Advice for Nineteenth Century Ladies
Gaslight wasn't as flattering to some colors as it was to others. As a result, ladies often selected ballgowns and evening dresses in gaslight-friendly colors....
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Strawberry Water, Lemon Cream, & Grape Lotion: A Victorian Sun Care Primer
Victorian ladies had a healthy respect for the damage that too much sun could wreak on their complexions. ...
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A Cure for the Common Victorian Cold
Victorians had a multitude of (sometimes questionable) methods for dealing with the common cold. For most of the era, a mustard plaster was the gold standard....
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