A sharp suit loses its impact if paired with an unkempt appearance
Fine woolen cloth could be stretched and molded to fit the body, and it dominated the male wardrobe (Fig
The styles ranged from having huge sleeves in the 1830s, to off-the-shoulder and with wide flounces in the 1840s, to very low-necked in the 1850s, to having low necklines and short sleeves in the 1860s, to long and lean with a bustle and very short sleeves in the 1870s, to sleeveless, low-necked, and worn with opera gloves in the 1880s, to having a squared decolletage, a wasp-waist cut, and skirts with long trains in the 1890s
A low v-neckline frames the dcolletage while the fitted sheath silhouette hugs the body
Figure flattering and exposed corsetry is complimented by dramatic voluminous skirts, for a modern take on the traditional ball gown
Ruched fold-over bust detail, adjustable halter ties, faux bow detail, invisible zip fastening at side, elasticated back, sweetheart bust