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Godey's lady's book (1840)

Philadelphia, Pa. : L.A. Godey · leaf 714

An illustration from Godey's lady's book, 1840, leaf 714
ot, or leg of mutton, sleeve, whichused to be such a favorite with our grandmo-thers, has now come into fashion again, and is astyle which is more used for morning wear thanany other. It is very simple in its construction,being cut in one piece, with a very decided slopeat the top, and, when… … linen cuff should be worn. We have illustrateda plain gigot sleeve as being the easiest to make,but they are also worn trimmed in a variety ofways, and are much more elaborate in theirconstruction.

Women · American literature · Costume · Arts

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