Blanc, Charles, 1813-1882 · London : Chapman and Hall · leaf 185
PERSONAL ADORNMENT. 171 varied by the alternation of narrow and wide bands. In every form they are ornamental : whether cut from the same material as the costume they are made distinct from it by means of a decided border, or whether they produce a contrast by a difference of texture, which is then… … MOBLGT. the ruche, cross-bands can be used in different parts of the dress, and are particularly suitable for trimming the bodice and the basques. From the morning wrapper, and the figaro jacket, both garments for home wear, which do not require a sash, to the polonaise, that falls a little below…
Clothing and dress · Decoration and ornament · Fashion and art
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