The 1880s in Fashionable Gowns: A Visual Guide to the Decade – Mimi Matthews

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Mimi Matthews is my go-to expert for anything Victorian. She’s a fantastic resource for 19th-century etiquette, fashion, beauty, and more. It is worth subscribing to her newsletter and blog if you wish to learn more about the era.

Below is a link to fashionable gowns that will make you want to throw away your jeans and tee-shirts.  Enjoy!

“The 1880s ushered in an era of tailored, close-fitting gowns, some of which were almost masculine in appearance.  These gowns exemplified women’s chang...