At the beginning of Queen Victoria’s reign the parasols were quite plain, but by about 1850's tassels
and frills grew in popularity. In each ensuing year the adornments became more ostentatious.
it was only the wealthy who used parasols as a day-to-day accoutrement.
A poor girl might have a simple parasol for church, or a Sunday afternoon stroll.
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This was a matter of taste, and ladies selected modest or extravagant versions for
different circumstances, and based on what their income would allow.
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What are the designed of parasol :
If a dress had bows or flounces, the parasol could be adorned with the same decoration.
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The silhouette are inspired by the Victorian era silhouette 1820's - 1914's and most important is the parasol (trouser cutting and techniques) blending it with modern style of present.
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inspired of techniques sketched designed came from the parasol.
Look book of wealthy parasol collection.