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NIGHTGOWN

This delicate, revealing nightgown was made by a mother for her daughter’s trousseau. A bridal trousseau consisted of many items—from housewares and linens to outerwear—but lingerie was an especially crucial component. If a bride made her selections well, she would not need to purchase new underclothes for several years.

Cotton, bobbin lace, silk ribbon, 1907, USA, 82.91.1, gift of Catherine B. Canda

From Exposed: A History of Lingerie

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Elie Saab Spring 2014 Couture.

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Model: Luria XXII http://luria-xxii.deviantart.com/ 

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