This highly unusual early work is a study of the costume of the last decade of the Nineteenth Century. Its beautifully handwritten pages are illustrated with a wealth of elegant drawings, providing a fascinating insight into the popular fashion of a bygone era. Extremely rare in its first edition, this is a true gem. Original document accompanied by a typed essay on the Historical Background. Contents Include: Ball Gown, Foundations, Eton Jackets and Daytime Coat, Street Costumes, At-Home Gown, Opera Cloak, Cycling Costume, Unmentionables, Bathing Attire, The Petticoat, Summer Dress, Gingham House-Dress, Carriage Ensemble, Blouses and Jacket, Plaid Dress, Evening Ensemble, Velvet Jacket, Party Frock, Evening Gown, Matinee Gown, Wedding Gown, Two Tea Gowns Babies Layette, Summer Cottons, Lace Ensemble Concert Gown, Afternoon Ensemble and Child's Dress, Softly Hanging Blouse, Leg-o'-Mutton Blouse, "Thank You", Chinchilla Ensemble, Strolling Costume, Velvet Waistcoat, Capes, Au Revoir. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.