Fort Wayne Fashion : Downton Abbey Era
Description:

Dress, c. 1909

Woman's dress of light gray silk with darker grey stripes and lace trim; pleated from waist; back closes with hooks & eyes. Bodice has insert which is pleated, the rest of the bodice is layered to give the impression of a shirt waist. Sleeves are straight but slightly puffed at the hem. Skirt is pleated from the waist.

Hat, c. 1911

Woman's white gauze hat with 2 in. brim; bow at right side; arrow shaped hatpin has rhinestone sets; maker's label: "Dyas, Los Angeles, Hollywood." Worn by Emma Mossman (1875 - 1948).

Shoes, c. 1890s

Woman's brown kid lace shoes; label reads "KROHN FECHHEIMER & CO. Cini., U.S.A."; "REEDS" is faintly stamped in right shoe.
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