Chemisette Collection

DRESSMAKERs BILL C1816
Maids dress: melon sleeves, deep v corsage, chemisette & ruff, apron & turban. Lady: white pelisse with scallop edging & ribbon trim, dress with ruff & decorative hem

Womens hat designs by milliner Marcelle Demay, 1913
Womens hat designs by milliner Marcelle Demay. Modeles de Marcelle Demay. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by B

Black figured silk dress with high neck chemisette of cream lace
2597337 Black figured silk dress with high neck chemisette of cream lace, early 1890s (silk & lace) by French School, (19th century); Fashion Museum Bath; (add.info)

Costume - Women 1816
Staw bonnet with a high crown, white percale robe with tucks on the cuffs, bodice & hem possibly worn over a chemisette & with an embroidered ruff. Date: 1816

Evening Dress / Photo 1890
Bodice with natural waist level defined by a scarf, deep V neckline, shoulder straps descending in pleats to a point at the waist, soft short sleeves & roses worn at the bosom

Costume of a young duchess, 15th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries

FASHION: CORSET, c1850. Advertisement for corsets and undergarments as worn by performers in the ballet La Sylphide. Steel engraving, French, c1850

FASHION: CHEMISETTE, 1854. Chemisette and undersleeve. Line engraving, 1854

Costume Women 1852
Dresses: white with large floral design printed to fit the 3 flounces - flounces a disposition ; blue edged with black stripes & waistcoat style front in a contrasting fabric

Dinner Dresses 1900 / Liz
Decolletee tunic dresses with transparent fabric high neck & chemisette infill. Applique, embroidery & relief trimmings, a lace under-skirt & long kid gloves

Costume / Lingerie 1851
Items of Lingerie: embroidered casaque (jacket) & mantlet with scallop edges; 2 lace caps; chemisette; the cuffs of 2 undersleeves trimmed with ribbon & volans

Costume Photo Late 1860S
A dress typical of the late 1860s (possibly 1868-69) with low, square neckline worn with a chemisette, a waistband, under-skirt with a single flounce & fringed over-skirt

Costume / Garden 1850S
Green floral print dress; pink dress with a lace bertha; open corsage, chemisette & 3/4 sleeves with engageantes; lace caps with lappets; coiled hair with gold comb, plume & pearls

COSTUME 1844
Grey dress: with black trim applied in horizontal bands of increasing width on the skirt (pyramid style). Dress of blue & purple shot silk: deep flounce of black lace

Fashions September 1850
Plaid dress: open jacket bodice, chemisette, pagoda sleeves with engageantes. Jackets: (mantles, pardessus) with lace trim, skirts & cuffs or dentilated borders

Competing with Peacock
Pelisse-robe of pink & grey vertical stripes open to reveal a white petticoat. Girl: short dress with open corsage & chemisette, flat, straw hat & fingerless gloves

Pleated Skirt 1904
Striped high necked chemisette is worn with a a bolero style jacket bodice with full sleeves with turned back cuffs & a box pleated skirt. Her flat hat is draped with lace

Mourning Dress 1844
Mourning Dress: black lace dress with two deep flounces beneath small puffings (bouillon); dress with caraco bodice & ruched trim open to reveal a chemisette

Ball & Dinner Dress 1861
Ball dress: white silk, tulle puffings arranged spirally on the skirt, trimmed with pink roses. Dinner dress: robe imperatrice in sable trimmed green silk, no waist seam

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"Exploring the Evolution of Fashion: The Timeless Charm of Chemisettes" From dressmakers' bills in 1816 to women's hat designs by milliner Marcelle Demay in 1913, the chemisette has remained a beloved and versatile garment throughout history. One notable example is the cotton chemisette worn by Queen Luise of Prussia, showcasing both elegance and comfort. Another stunning ensemble features a black figured silk dress adorned with a high-necked chemisette made of cream lace, epitomizing sophistication. Traveling back centuries, we discover that even young duchesses in the 15th century embraced this fashion trend. Their costumes exuded grace and refinement, with intricately designed chemisettes completing their regal attire. Fast forward to an enchanting evening in 1890 captured through photography - an exquisite evening dress complemented by a delicate chemisette creates an ethereal aura that captivates all who behold it. In the mid-19th century, corsets took center stage as essential undergarments for ballet performers like those featured in La Sylphide. Advertisements from c1850 showcased these corsets alongside other undergarments such as chemisettes, highlighting their importance in achieving impeccable style. The year 1854 witnessed line engravings depicting fashionable chemisettes paired with undersleeves - a combination that added flair and individuality to women's wardrobes during this era. As time progressed into the late Victorian era around 1900, dinner dresses became increasingly popular among fashionable ladies. These elegant gowns often incorporated intricate details like lace-trimmed chemisettes to enhance their allure at formal occasions. Throughout its rich history spanning centuries, the enduring charm of the chemisette remains undeniable. Whether adorning royalty or everyday fashion enthusiasts alike, this timeless garment continues to inspire creativity and elevate any outfit it graces.