costumes reflect the major trends held dear during the 18th century. The dress is in the English style, leaning more towards neoclassicism than rococo; The fabric for the dress is Chinese hand-painted silk.
The man's dress is called a 'Banyan', a sort of robe for wearing at home. It is made of Chinese silk as well. The banyan is believed to be derived from the gowns worn in India, and was another import from The East India Company.
The man's dress is called a 'Banyan', a sort of robe for wearing at home. It is made of Chinese silk as well. The banyan is believed to be derived from the gowns worn in India, and was another import from The East India Company.
