… it had the same basic silhouette, same lovely fabrics and trims, and same lengths and drapes as whatever was in fashion at the time. The main difference was the type of fabric, being breathable and of natural sources in Reform vs synthetics of high fashion – and – the …
We’ve been discussing the “counter fashion” movements within the Victorian Era. We started with the Aesthetes, who emulated sensuality and mythological themes using gorgeous fabrics, colors, and imagery. Next is Reform, which comes from the medical community in attempt to get rid of corsets and make comfortable and sanitary garments …
… before tomorrow’s Historic Fashion Show in Cody Wyoming! 2-3:30 pm – 11 live models and one dummy. Hope to see you there!
… in 1895, a year after Mrs. Bloomer’s death, and almost 4 decades after she had suggested them. The trousers were now called bloomers, were adopted as suitable cycling wear for ladies. (Below: Illustration for an article in the 1880 edition of “The Girl’s Own Paper” which suggested that the …
… worldwide only later in the 1890’s. By 1906 everyone was wearing them. (Photo: 1906 Maori women making a political statement on behalf of the now well accepted Reform movement by wearing “Knickerbockers” as their sports and school uniform)
Come to Cody Wyoming and see “The Buffalo Gals” in beautiful ensembles with period music and historic backgrounds!
In the Early Victorian era, there arose American Mrs. Amelia Bloomer who caused quite a stir when she wrote and article in her feminist publication “The Lily” promoting the idea of women abandoning their petticoats and corsets for a “bi-furcated garment” later called “Bloomers”. Mrs. Bloomer had seen trousers worn …
… for women in cold climates, harsh conditions, or places far away from those who would judge them on the basis of being fashionable. While the Reform Movement and Reformers were making a political statement regarding the status of women, and a charge against corsets and fashion as being unhealthy, …
.. frilly trousers that reached to the ankle. They were cuffed and worn with a simple knee length skirt and bodice. Mrs. Bloomer thought it sensible and hygienic compared to boned fashion bodices and long weighty skirts. The “bloomer” outfit was worn by a minority which included the Rational Dress …
… It had been discussed by female political idealists in France during the French Revolution, and American women (following the French at the time) liked the idea of wearing “trousers”. They had seen indigenous tribes wearing them. With the concept of a new country where both genders worked hand in …
