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When you have a basic combination that you like, trace the entire design onto a fresh piece of paper, and then begin adding embellishments: ruffles, flounces, pleats, ruching, shirring, reveres, epaulettes, piping, vandykes, passementerie, fringe, embroidery, lace, etc

Pockets: Two front flap pockets, one chest pocket, and interior pockets (front pockets arrive stitched closed for preservation, gently open before use)

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