Discover what people wore during the late 18th century, including during the Ameircan Revolution. Learn about the fashions and styles of the time.

"Beauty, sweet love, is like the morning dew, Whose short refresh upon the tender green, Cheers for a time but till the Sun doth show, And straight 'tis gone as it had never been." ~ Samuel Daniel (1562-1620)

I’ve been interested in working class dress lately. And more specifically 18th century maids costumes. searching the net I’ve found lots of pics of pretty outfits and great pattern mixi…

Robe à la Polonaise 1775 The Victoria & Albert Museum