we always need something to look up to

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Dolman

1870s

The FIDM Museum

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Dressing Gown

1875

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

With the beginning of the late Victorian era, there was a renewed interest in all things oriental, especially in Japanese things.  Embroidered silk dressing gowns such as this were imported from Japan for at-home wear for the fashionable ladies of the west.

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Carriage Boots

1870-1890

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Carriage Boots were worn during carriage rides to keep feet warm and to protect fine silk shoes from the elements.

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Artist Smock

Vivienne Westwood, 1992

Kerry Taylor Auctions

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Bondage Ensemble

Vivienne Westwood, 1976

The Victoria & Albert Museum

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Ensemble

Vivienne Westwood, 1981

Kerry Taylor Auctions

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Dress

Vivienne Westwood, 1992

Kerry Taylor Auctions

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Ensemble

Vivienne Westwood, 1988

The Kyoto Costume Institute

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Coat

Vivienne Westwood, 1993

Kerry Taylor Auctions

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Suit

1911-1913

The Metropolitan Museum of Art