Boudoir caps were worn first thing in the morning, in the privacy of the lady’s bedroom by women of all classes. A woman donned this feminine headgear to hide her uncombed hair while having her morning tea or to protect her elegant coiffure while dressing.

This charming wide brim hat is from the early 20th century. The crown is decorated with a five inch wide black silk ribbon band and ornamented with a huge black silk ribbon bow.

The charm of Victorian hats, with their masses of beautiful flowers, colorful ribbons, abundance of feathers, and snippets of lace is apparent in these examples of late 1890s millinery.
Clusters of tulle and chiffon were as …

The proper Victorian gentleman was not seen outdoors without a hat. The top hat was required for formal day and evening wear, but by the 1870s, a gentleman could choose from a variety of styles …