Visitors will walk through time as they enter circular galleries that reflect the milieu of each feminine archetype. Period clothing will be brought to life with hand-painted panoramas animated by music, video, and lighting. The first gallery will evoke the ballroom of the “Heiress” (1890s), filled with ball gowns by Charles Frederick Worth.

In the late Victorian era, women typically dressed in knee-length, puffed-sleeve wool dresses – often featuring a sailor collar – worn over bloomers or drawers trimmed with ribbons and bows. The bathing costume was typically …

Showcased is a selection of fashions for the 1870s gentleman. Featured are morning promenade suits, morning lounging apparel, a visiting costume, and attire for evening dress. Both single and double-breasted jackets are highlighted and the …

The Victorian blouse of the early 1890s featured a high gathered full sleeve that tapered to the wrist. The fullness of the sleeve rose upwards above the shoulder, reminiscent of the silhouette of the 1830s. …