1837–1901
Victorian Tea Gown
An informal, uncorseted gown worn at home for afternoon tea. Pioneered aesthetic dress reform and represents some of the most artistic and collectible Victorian and Edwardian garments.
How to Identify an Authentic Victorian Tea Gown
Flowing construction without boning — designed to be worn without corset
Look for artistic embroidery, lace insertion, or Liberty-print silk
Often influenced by Japanese or medieval aesthetic movements
High collector value; museum collections hold many fine examples
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