Round Gown | Fanny's India Floral | 1770 - 1790 wstays18 and other garments intended for

and other garments intended for wear during milder seasons

Even young boys were expected to look their finest in young America

the round gown offered a practical alternative to more heavily layered fashions while still maintaining an elegant appearance

7 inches long

offering a gentle

Round Gown | Fanny's India Floral | 1770 - 1790 wstays18 and other garments intended forThe Round Gown was a fashionable and practical garment worn throughout much of the 18th century, gaining particular popularity in the later decades. Unlike other gown styles of the period, the round gown was constructed as a single garment rather than a gown worn over a separate petticoat, creating the appearance of a full ensemble with fewer layers. As the style became increasingly fashionable in the late 18th century, the round gown offered a