I ask them to take a poem
and hold it up to the light
like a color slide

or press an ear against its hive.

I say drop a mouse into a poem
and watch him probe his way out,

or walk inside the poem's room
and feel the walls for a light switch.

- Billy Collins

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Saturday, August 7, 2010


To help populate the worlds of Lucy Snowe and Anne Elliot, without being anachronistic. Or worse, square.

Chemise 

Plus Corset.

Plus Under Petticoat. Upto 6 of these could be worn, depending on the time of year.

Hoop Petticoat.

Over Petticoat. Yes, these are still undergarments.

Dress! With Bonnet and Gloves.
 (All Images from Victoriana.com)

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