Friday, November 27, 2009

Paniers

Lauren has an informative post on the hooped petticoats worn in Marie-Antoinette's youth. Paniers made skirts so wide that ladies had to go through doors sideways and curved staircases were constructed because they were easier to navigate. Marie-Antoinette did everything she could to gradually introduce simpler styles that were easier to move around in. Share

3 comments:

Julygirl said...

What we mortals be, and what slaves to fashion! Though not quite as bad as the Chinese foot binding.

Lauren said...

Thanks for the link Elena! I hope you had a lovely holiday!

elena maria vidal said...

Thank you, Lauren, I did!