Teal Wool Spencer

A late 1790s open front spencer, made from teal pinstriped wool.

 

Inspiration & Resources

Useful Books & Links Bradfield, Nancy. Costume In Detail: Women's Dress 1730-1930. Plays, Inc., 1985.

Hunnisett, Jean. Period Costume for Stage & Screen: Patterns for Women's Dress 1500-1800. Players Press, Inc., 1991.

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