Calthrop, Dion Clayton, 1878-1937 · London, A. and C. Black · leaf 20
a little cuff* glittering with buttons, and above that we have cuta great slit, all to show themarvel of our linen. Those of us who stillwear the long wide breechesadorn them with heavyfrills of deep lace, and sewbunches of ribbons alongthe seams. We tie ourcravats in long, stiff bows or knot them… … CHARLES THE SECOND 3 toed and high-heeled, and are tied with a long-ended bow of ribbon. Ribbon reigns triumphant: it ties our periwigsinto bunches at the ends; it hangs in loops roundour waists; it ties our shirt-sleeves up in severalplaces; it twists itself round our knees. It is onour hats and…
Costume -- Great Britain
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