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2. Close-bodied gown - Wikipedia

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   A close-bodied gown, English nightgown, or robe à l'anglaise was a women's fashion of the 18th century. Like the earlier mantua , from which it evolved, [ 1 ] the back of the gown featured pleats from the shoulder, stitched down to mould the gown closely to the body until the fullness was released into the skirt.

3. 1650–1700 in Western fashion - Wikipedia

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   The elegant gentleman wears a coat, waistcoat, and breeches. The lady's bodice is long-waisted and her over skirt is draped and pinned up behind, Dutch, 1678 . Fashion in the period 1650–1700 in Western clothing is characterized by rapid change. The style of this era is known as Baroque.

4. Nightgown - Wikipedia

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   A nightgown may have any neckline, and may have sleeves of any type, or be sleeveless, and any shoulder strap or back style. The length of a nightgown may vary from hip-length to floor-length. A short nightgown can be called a "shortie" or a "babydoll", depending on the style. The sweep (taper from top to bottom) of the night gown can vary from ...

5. 1600–1650 in Western fashion - Wikipedia

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   Henrietta Maria's riding costume consists of a jacket-bodice of blue satin with long tabbed skirts and a matching long petticoat. She wears a broad-brimmed hat with ostrich plumes, 1633. A Lady from Spanish court wears an elegant, black dress. Its simplicity is a testament to the austerity of the Spanish court; however, her high hair is quite ...

6. Negligee - Wikipedia

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   ' undressed '), is a form of see-through clothing for women consisting of a sheer, usually long, dressing gown. [1] It is a form of nightgown intended for wear at night and in the bedroom. It was introduced in France in the 18th century, where it mimicked the heavy head-to-toe style of women's day dresses of the time.

7. The US still has not had a woman leader – here are the ...

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   Here’s a look at where, and when, women have secured national leadership positions since then. The first woman was elected to lead a country 64 years ago. Here’s a look at where, and when ...