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Measure across the middle of the sleeve, like shown above

If you do wear a shirt under a crew neck, just focus on making sure the collar points are neatly tucked beneath the sweaters neckline for a clean finish

Although at least corset and bustle are needed to create a specific 1880s shape, the dress can be also worn without undergarnments, as the bodice is rather rough itself

Focus on fit, construction quality, and classic styles rather than excessive embellishments

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Upon marriage women no longer wore their sashes and wore a very full caftan with a slanting collar, sometimes with a short-sleeved jacket opening down the front