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1830 - 1840 Print E-mail
Written by Vintage Fashion Guild   

Vintage Fashion Guild Timeline1830 - 1840

 

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ca 1830 Cotton Dress, courtesy Linda Ames, vintagetextile.com
In the 1830s, the first cross cut Gigot or leg o' mutton sleeves appeared. The previous shoulder fullness dropped toward the elbow and sleeves became enormous. The waist resumed its natural position while necklines became very wide and bodice lines took on a highly distinctive V-shape. Ankle length skirts became quite full and needed several petticoats beneath for support. This produced the 19th century's first version of an hourglass silhouette.

 

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ca 1830 Tambour Embroidered Morning Dress, courtesy Candy Shiveley, contentmentfarmantiques.com
As so often happens, when one fashion change happens, the rationale for another is created. The very full sleeves that were the rage created the need for alternative outerwear. It was difficult to force these large sleeves into coats and so cloaks were worn. Short capes with longer front ends called pelerines become quite popular as did chemisettes (under bodices of net or lace) for low-necked gowns. The focus was clearly on femininity. Aprons were popular accessories. 

 

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. ca 1837 Cotton Roller Print Dress, courtesy Deborah Burke, antiquedress.com
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Rose Silk Bengaline Ball Gown ca 1835 courtesy Candy Shiveley, contentmentfarmantiques.com