Overskirt Collection

Parisian-inspired female fashion: a horseshoe-collared silk coat from Balmain and an evening dress from Desses. Date: 1954

Overskirt with applied pocket, 20th century (cotton. body: warp-faced plain weave with warp stripes, warp ikat)
1072525 Overskirt with applied pocket, 20th century (cotton. body: warp-faced plain weave with warp stripes, warp ikat, and supplementary-weft patterning; waist band)

Winter ensemble, designed by Camille Lipman, Paris, 1883 (velvet silk & chinchilla fur)
HNE273720 Winter ensemble, designed by Camille Lipman, Paris, 1883 (velvet silk & chinchilla fur) by French School, (19th century); Historic New England, Boston, Massachusetts

Elegant Woman in a Dress a l Anglaise Drinking Coffee
STC94417 Elegant Woman in a Dress a l Anglaise Drinking Coffee, plate 183 from Galerie des Modes et Costumes Francais, engraved by Bacquoy, 1778 (engraving) by Le Clerc

Woman in Pink Dress / 1869
A pink dress representative of the style of about 1869 - 1870. Viewed from the side the polonaise & overskirt are clearly visible

Advertisement, Booth & Foxs Patent Down Quilts
Advertisement for Booth & Foxs Patent Down Quilts, Bedding and other items. 1869

Tatler front cover, Rome Boutiques, 1963
Striking front cover of The Tatler magazine for 1963, featuring a model wearing a yellow and black striped sweater with black sailor collar

Continenal Basque, Long Round Overskirt, and Walking Skirt, Back and Front, Fashion for April, Engraving 1876

The Royal Red Riding Hood and the Ministerial Wolf from Punchs Pencillings No. IX ?TopFoto

Continenal Basque, Long Round Overskirt, and Walking Skirt, Back and Front, Fashion for April, Engraving 1876

Evening Dress 1860S
Coloured skirt & bodice; corsage off the shoulder, pointed waist back & front & a doule skirt. White bertha & overskirt caught up at the sides & trimmed with roses

Eveving Wear 1862
Evening or Ball dress: skirt with pink & white puffings, white overskirt caught up with bouquets & garlands of roses; green patterned dress, triple skirt & black trim

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"Overskirt: A Timeless Fashion Statement" Step into the world of fashion history with the iconic overskirt. This versatile garment has graced runways and wardrobes for decades, leaving its mark on style enthusiasts worldwide. In 1954, designer Victor Stiebel showcased a Parisian-inspired ensemble featuring a horseshoe-collared silk coat from Balmain and an elegant evening dress from Desses. The addition of an overskirt added depth and sophistication to this already stunning outfit. Fast forward to the 20th century, where we find an intricately designed overskirt with applied pockets made from cotton. Its warp-faced plain weave with warp stripes, warp ikat, and supplementary-weft patterning exemplify the craftsmanship behind this unique piece. Camille Lipman's winter ensemble in 1883 took luxury to new heights by combining velvet silk and chinchilla fur. The inclusion of an overskirt completed this opulent look, making it fit for royalty. From Victorian-era elegance to modern-day chicness, the overskirt has remained a staple in women's fashion. Whether sipping coffee in an English-style dress or lounging under Booth & Foxs Patent Down Quilts as seen in vintage advertisements, this garment adds grace and charm to any occasion. The Tatler front cover of Rome Boutiques in 1963 captured the essence of high-end fashion with models donning stylish overskirts that exuded confidence and glamour. Travel back further to the roaring twenties when flapper dresses reigned supreme. Overskirts were often paired with these daring ensembles, creating a playful yet sophisticated silhouette that defined the era's fashion revolution. Even as far back as 1869, women embraced oversized skirts like those seen on a woman dressed elegantly in pink attire. The flowing lines created by her overskirt added movement and femininity to her overall look.