How Much Clothing Did an 18th-Century Woman Really Own?

Ever wondered how much clothing did the average woman have in the 18th century? Read on to learn how clothing represented the socioeconomic position of women.

Eighteenth-Century European Dress, Essay, The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Eighteenth-Century European Dress, Essay, The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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How Much Clothing Did an 18th-Century Woman Really Own?

Close-up shots of an antique 1840s dress I own. I recorded this clip to edit into a longer video I was doing on this dress. This clip focuses on the sleeves, cartridge