19th Century Empire Dress in Printed or Striped Cotton Fire Pit and Hearth Equipment The skirt of the coat

The skirt of the coat can be worn open to reveal the double red hearts on each tail or the tails can be unclasped and worn closed

There are varying degrees of this slant

See the measuring instructions page for help in obtaining measurements

The straps on these gaiters are made of the same fabric as the leg covering

We’ve had a great number of people ask us for information on 18th century beer recipes and brewing techniques

19th Century Empire Dress in Printed or Striped Cotton Fire Pit and Hearth Equipment The skirt of the coatClothing styles took a dramatic twist at the turn of the 19th century. The Empire dress was a prime example of this French fashion invasion, based on that societys fascination with the ancient cultures of Greece. As the Empire style made its first foray into British societies, fabrics were very wispy and somewhat transparent, revealing the female form that had previously been revered with utmost modesty. Prudish reactions were strong. As a result,