1837–1901
Victorian Shirtwaist
A blouse that buttons down the front like a man's shirt, tucked into a skirt. The working woman's uniform of the 1890s–1910s, associated with the Gibson Girl.
How to Identify an Authentic Victorian Shirtwaist
Button-front construction with standing or turndown collar
Check for detachable collar and cuffs — indicates high-quality original
White cotton or linen most common; silk for finer examples
Tucks, pintucks, and lace insertion indicate quality construction
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