Waterproof shoes such as Chelsea boots can easily be paired with any outfit, even if rain isnt in the forecast
Also wearing for Christmas, New Year, Carnival Party, etc
A simple, well-fitted pantsuit looks respectful and is perfectly suitable for the occasion
some across & fastened at the side, while others had a false bolero filled in with an imitation blouse or chemisette which was a type of false front & collar that looked like it was a full shirt The bottom of the bodice could be straight with a belt or have a slight dip at the center front Many bodices were cut through into the skirt, either to the hem or ending at some decoration The neck was finished with a high-stand collar, although plain round or high V-necklines were popular Dresses were still made in 2 pieces: heavily boned bodice almost like a mini-corset worn over the S-bend corset The top bodice was mounted onto a lightly boned under bodice lining which fastened up with hooks & eyes very snugly which gave the light fabric stability At the front of the bodice, pouches of cascading lace or gathered fabric gave emphasis to the low bust line The neckline for day wear was usually finished with a stand collar which fit very tightly to the neck using a very curved shape By 1904 shoulders were sloped, & many were enhanced by the use of wide lace or ruched collars with flouncing on the edge The Zoave or bolero jacket was still popular in 1904 with much variation in shape, sleeve, collar, & decoration EDWARDIAN CLASSIC SKIRTS Throughout the period, skirts were often gored & created an elongated trumpet bell shape Modified versions were less extreme over the hips In 1900 skirts for both day & evening were elongated at the back to form a train The skirts silhouette was slim at the hip
