We've had several dozen original women's garments that closed left-over-right on display at the Conference over the years. Either way is correct; the notes I have in my research indicate left-over-right was slightly more common. 55%-45% or possibly 60%-40%; I don't have my notes at this location.
Bonnets are generally worn by mature women for most social occasions: church, visiting, shopping, etc. Hats are generally reserved for outdoor recreational activities: walking, boating, playing croquet or similar games, at a watering place or the seaside. Other hat styles, pork pie, Glengarry, etc., are usually favored by younger women or an older but very fashionable woman. I define "mature" as someone mid-20s or older; or a married woman of any age. As always, there are exceptions based on any number of circumstances. Carolann Schmitt [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.genteelarts.com Ladies & Gentlemen of the 1860s Conference, March 1-4, 2007 _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
