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Question:This site should answer your question...if you click on the garment named (far left column) , you will see an illustration or photograph.
http://www.demodecouture.com/realvict/17...

If you go to the "Colonial Williamsburg" site, there is a small area discussing this topic. The first website is much more specific, however.


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: This site should answer your question...if you click on the garment named (far left column) , you will see an illustration or photograph.
http://www.demodecouture.com/realvict/17...

If you go to the "Colonial Williamsburg" site, there is a small area discussing this topic. The first website is much more specific, however.

Decent dress.

They didn't wear underwear as we understand it. Corset and petticoat - no bra or panties.