Spring 1870

Fashion Plate - La Mode Illustree - 1869

As we can see this gown seems very simple and plain. This is most likely due to being in the middle/lower class. The dress is made from a cotton material and had a few buttons don the middle of the bodice. With a simple neckline and long sleeves, there most likely has a tight fitted bodice, skirt, chemise, bustle, and corset cover underneath the plain gown.

19th Century Fashion Source