Victorian Red Wool Jacket, ca. 1888 antique_dresses The lace is likely hand‑embroidered

The lace is likely hand‑embroidered with white Bohemian glass beads

and for equestrian costumes

The front and back of the skirt are joined together with a large knot

a pleated bust

historic textiles

Victorian Red Wool Jacket, ca. 1888 antique_dresses The lace is likely hand‑embroideredEven in 1888, people wanted to stand out! With this elegant jacket, this was achieved through the modern cut (for the time), but even more so through the red color of the wool. The wearer was probably able to wear this color because she was still a teenager or a very good woman. Otherwise, the color red was considered offensive. The jacket has the typical shape of jackets from the late 1880s. Small peplum; front closure with four large buttons and