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Perils of Crinolines

Perils of Crinolines


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Perils of Crinolines

Voyeurs can cop an eyeful in Hyde Park on a windy day thanks to the latest fashion. A lady is lifted off the ground as her crinoline inflates scaring her pet dog & page boy Date: 1859

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Crinoline Gust Hyde Inflate Latest Lifted Panic Peril Scaring Voyeur Windy


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> Historic > Historical fashion trends > Victorian fashion trends

> Historic > Victorian era fashion


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In this intriguing photograph from 1859, titled "Perils of Crinolines," we witness a moment of unexpected amusement and perhaps even panic in Hyde Park, London. The fashionable lady in the foreground, dressed in the latest Victorian attire, is caught off-guard by a sudden gust of wind that has inflated her voluminous crinoline skirt to monstrous proportions. Her pet dog and page boy, both looking on in surprise and amusement, seem to be the only witnesses to this spectacle. The crinoline, a popular fashion accessory among women during the Victorian era, was known for its large, bell-shaped hoops that added fullness to the skirt. However, this very feature made it susceptible to being lifted off the ground by strong winds, causing quite a commotion and often drawing unwanted attention. The windy day in Hyde Park must have been a challenging one for the fashionable women of the time, as they struggled to keep their skirts in place while enjoying a leisurely stroll in the park. The lady in this photograph, with her mortified expression, seems to have experienced a particularly embarrassing moment. Her hands are clutched to her chest, as if to shield herself from the prying eyes of onlookers. Despite the potential embarrassment, the incident appears to have brought a moment of levity to the scene, as evidenced by the amused expressions of her dog and page boy. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of Victorian women and the challenges they faced in adhering to the latest fashion trends. It is a reminder of the perils and pleasures of fashion history and the enduring allure of Hyde Park as a popular destination for Londoners.

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