There is a substantial body of literature describing clothing styles over time.
Here are several data bases with extensive references. Often there
are just
a few volumes
on childrens' clothes or children's clothes are only part
of the book. I would be most interested in any information you have
gleaned from
books on clothes and costuming. In addition, please let me know of
any other interesting bibliographical
lists that you may have come across.
| Figure 1.--Fauntleroy suits and kilts were some of the most popular party clothes for boys in the late 19th century. Often subtle differences differentiated the clothes of younger and older siblings, notice the collars of the two brothers. |
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