Dark Blue Day Dress
Date1889-1893
Object NameDress
Mediumcotton velvet, satin ribbon, silk and cotton
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsBust: 85cm
Waist: 60cm
Waist: 60cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS015080
Keywords
The cotton velvet, which has been used for this dress, which dates to 1889-1893, has a matt finish compared to velvet made from silk. This was highly suitable for day dresses of this period as silk velvet was more likely to be reserved for evening wear.
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Cotton velvet's matte finish was suitable for day clothing, whilst silk velvet was used for evening gowns.
1863-1868
Late 1860s
Early 20th Century
c. 1881
1905-1907
