.. historic dress, and the influence of what he studied can be seen in his later designs. In the 1890’s, there was a popular trend to go back to the “good old days” – of the Colonial Era. Worth designed gowns in this revivalist spirit of the 18th century which were wildly popular.
(Photos: left: Worth 1890 gown for costume ball; right: authentic 1770’s robe a l’anglaise)