The crinolines were portrayed in caricatures variously as shelter from the rain for children, improvised cages for poultry, flotation devices for mishaps at sea (rather unlikely, given the amount of heavy cloth), an aid to shoplift by hiding the contraband in them, and as an awkward tripping hazards for gentlemen at balls (see e.g
I wanted it to achieve what I could not, what I never managed on stage or at my own prom
For evening occasions that call for a more classic approach, little black dresses remain a popular reference point thanks to their versatility and understated appeal
As Ive mentioned before, Staud is the workhorse of my closet
Crafted ideally in lightweight cotton yarn, its both breathable and beautiful, with the option to add a lining for everyday wear