Cambric Muslin Peignoirs

Cambric Muslin Peignoirs

1844

Illustrated London News

The sleeves of dresses are worn short and not very full, but have the addition of long under-sleeves, composed of muslin . . . . Cambric muslin peignoirs are adopted for the watering places . . . . Also, printed muslin pelisse-peignoirs with high corsages in the Amazone (riding-habit) style. — Illustrated London News

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