Jenny Schneider, 1903 Mourning Maid
With Queen Victoria’s death in 1901, her dictates regarding servitude, following her fashion theories, and of course – rituals of death – were thrown out the window by some, and embraced by others. At this turn of the cultural tide for women with the new century and the “New Woman”, it is also an extremely interesting turn of the fashion tide as it was just at the crux between Late Victorian and Early Edwardian fashion eras.
The world of the new working woman, and especially those in the service of nursing or household or personal care is intriguing, and you will be surprised at the fashions they invoked. Read on for the development of the history, rituals, garments, and details of Jenny’s character, or jump below to see the finished project as it emerges.
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Design Sketches
Combination
Monobosum Corset
Silk Petticoat
Silk Corset Cover
Skirt
Blousewaist
Apron
Hats & Caps
Jewelry
Mourning Brooches
Gloves
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