A Victorian Lady's Guide to Fashion and Beauty

Synopsis

Using Research From Nineteenth Century Beauty Books, Fashion Magazines, And Lady's Journals, Mimi Matthews Brings The Intricacies Of A Victorian Lady's Toilette Into Modern Day Focus. In The Process, She Gives Readers A Glimpse Of The Social Issues That Influenced Women's Clothing And The Societal Outrage That Was An All Too Frequent Response To Those Bold Females Who Used Fashion And Beauty As A Means Of Asserting Their Individuality And Independence -- Back Cover. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.