Dress as a Fine Art, with Suggestions on Children's Dress

A detailed survey of historical and contemporary dress examines head-dresses, hairstyles, the structure of garments, and the anatomy of silhouette, arguing for dress as a fine art grounded in proportion and tasteful ornament. It catalogues particular costumes and accessories across periods with illustrative plates, evaluates materials, trimming, and economical approaches to decoration, and criticizes injurious fashions such as extreme waist constriction. Practical guidance is offered on footwear and garment construction, while a final chapter addresses children's clothing with attention to comfort, health, and sensible simplicity.