DecaDence At home beauty remedies
Paris’ beloved
Empress Eugene On marriage, kids, and acting as Regent
The Creator Of Haute Couture
sneak peak at his plus a
new creations
The Do’s and Don'ts for this season
Letter from the
Editor
This issue features trendsetting garments for the fashion savvy to wear to their varied social affairs. We hope you gain some advice and inspiration while expanding your wardrobe for this seasons most sought after events. Keep reading for exclusives from Paris’s fashion icon Empress Eugenie and designer extraordinaire Charles Worth.
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In this Issue 6 Fashion 7 Beauty 9 Trend Report 11 Accessories 13 Designer Profile: Charles Worth 14-17 A sneak peak at Charles Worth’s designs 18-19 Interview: Empress Eugenie 21 Industrialization 22 Do’s & Don’ts
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Fashion Will skirts keep widening to unprecedented dimensions or are we going to see a change?
With the invention of the cage crinoline skirts have been growing and growing over the past decade with some as big as 15 feet in circumference. Some ladies have expressed their discontent with these cumbersome skirts while others continue to enjoy the fullness and hourglass silhouette. We have seen a few variations start to arise with more fullness concentrated in the back and the well know rounded hoop becoming more oval and less wide on the sides. Is this a trend that will stick or is it doomed to fail like the bloomers and short skirts? We are not sure what the new decade will bring but this season the classic cage crinoline is still the preferred choice.
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BeauTY Homemade remedies to fix any imperfection
Lip Salve:
Take 1 ounce of white wax and ox marrow, 3 ounces of white pomatum and melt all in a bath. Add a drachm of alkanet and stir it until it acquires a reddish colour
To blacken the eyelashes and eyebrows
The simplest preparation for this purpose is the juice of elder berries, burnt cork or cloves burnt at the candle. Some employ the black of frankincense resin and mastic, this black is said not come off with perspiration.
Rouge, For the Complexion
Cold Cream
Take carmine in fine powder, one part, and 5 parts levigated French chalk, mix
Take and ounce each of white wax and spermaceti and 1 quarter pint of oil of almonds: melt, pour the mixture into a marble or Wedgewood ware mortar which has been heated by being immersed for some time in boiling water: add very gradually 4 fluid ounces of Eau de rose and assiduously stir the mixture until an emulsion is formed and afterwards until the whole is very nearly cold.
Store all your homemade remedies in your toilet table chest. Perfect for traveling
W.s. Thompson Cage Crinoline
Since 1856
TrenD reporT From Undergarments to Outerwear women’s clothing is improving dramatically with the industrial revolution. New materials and techniques are proving to make clothing more comfortable all while maintaining the richness and luxuriousness we have grown accustomed to.
Cage Crinolines New and improved flattened steel crinolines bend which allows for greater flexibility and movement and will not break
Corsets
Corsets are a necessity in creating the lovely tea cosy silhouette so desired by women. This corset has a built in crinoline to even further accentuate fullness in the hips.
The Exclusive Empress Eugene Collection
accessories Bonnet
Try a lacey bonnet this season for an ultra feminine look.
Miser Purse
The perfect accessory for carrying small items. Embellish with beads and embroidery for an ornate look.
Parasol
Keep the sun off your face and your complexion looking fair with a fashionable parasol. Tassels make this one super trendy
A fashion Pioneer:
Charles Worth
Just a year after dressing fashion icon Empress Eugenia, Charles Worth is making a name for himself and taking his place in fashion history as the father of haute couture. Worth is well known in the Parisian court as the only designer to turn to for lavish and ornate gowns for social engagements. He started his career as a salesman in a textiles firm where he gained an appreciation for design. He began constructing stylish gowns for his wife which quickly grabbed the attention of the elite and fashion savvy like Princess Pauline von Metternich and Empress Eugene.
His success in the royal court created such an impression he needed to open his own store to fulfill the demand for his garments. His store the House of Worth just opened in Paris this past month with a staff of 50 seamstresses to ensure that each customer is well taken care of.
His impeccably constructed garments are made of the finest silks and satins and elaborately layered and trimmed to the give the wearer an utmost regality.
Worth’s creations are unlike anything the fashion world has seen and his forward thinking is sure to pave the way for new innovations and unique designs.
House of Worth is located at 7 Rue De La Paix in Paris.
Fashion reDeFineD Worth’s visions come to life to bring elegance to DecaDence's readers
The ball gown
Be a showstopper in this regal silk off the shoulder evening gown.
The tea gown
You will be the envy of all your guests when you show up for tea in this soft purple dress with floral appliques.
City Days
Make a statement in this elaborate satin day dress. Ribbons and fringe gives this dress a trendy look appropriate for any situation.
Lady of Leisure
Because who says you can be fashionable while relaxing at home. This dress features a floral pattern and soft satin fabric that is perfect for a day of relaxing at home.
Empress Eugenie
A forward thinking role model who is not afraid to take charge
A few years ago Empress Eugenie married her husband Louis Napoleon III and moved to France from her beloved country of Spain. She and her husband a son names Napoleon IV. The Empress in now looking forward to taking a active role in her new country all while breaking the stereotypes that women can not take charge. She is often consulted by her husband on pressing matters of state and acts as regent in his absence. Not only is she well respected for her political prowess but she is also admired for her timeless elegance and looked up to as a fashion icon. What's is like acting as Regent? There is a lot of pressure to uphold the laws and standards set by my husband which can get stressful at times. But I take pride in the work that I do and like showing the people of France that a woman in my position can be trusted with their well being. It must get lonely having your husband away. Yes, of course it gets lonely. But his travels are for the good of the country so this is the least sacrifice I can give. I also keep busy with state affairs and caring for little Napoleon. I also find social engagements and interacting with dignitaries and state officials to be time consuming yet necessary. Napoleon is expected to be back in a couple of months, do you have any plans for his return? We have a home in Spain that we will travel to once he is back. We like to go there and take a break from everything. Also it is close to my family and it is not often that I get to visit with them so it is always a nice getaway.
Interview Cont.‌ Besides being a wife, mother and acting regent, how did you become a fashion icon? I was never really into fashion or keeping up with the latest styles. It wasn’t until I was introduced to the talented Charles Worth that I started to take an interest in clothing trends. His garments are so impeccably made and beautiful you cant help but fall in love with them.
How would you describe your personal style? My personal style is more classic. I know what I am comfortable in and I like to stick with that. Charles is always trying to push me into his new designs, some of which are vastly different from what I am used to wearing. But I trust his judgement and taste so I usually go along with him.
Do you Always dress so impeccably even when you are at home or with little Napoleon? If I am not entertaining at home I usually revert to my basic black dress. If there is no one coming over there is no need to dress so formal.
What's your one piece of fashion advice? It is always important to keep up with the trends and dress to impress especially when at social gatherings. If you are not fashionably inclined, like me, then hire someone with good taste.
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Industrialization What to Expect
Mass industrialization has been taking the world by storm. What can we expect to see.
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Mass produced garments especially for men such as suits, pants, and jackets. Women’s clothing may be next.
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Chemical manufacturing will provide us with new and vast dyes and colors for our clothing.
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Growth in employment in factories as well as an increase in wages.
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Improved machines such as sewing machines for home use
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Faster production
It seems that industrialization is going to keep moving forward and taking us into a new era . Mass production brings down the costs of items which makes them more affordable and accessible to consumers. In sense more people are employed and earning higher wages. These products are cost efficient and causes a demand which makes productivity expand. Industrialization improves the economy which in turns improves the lives of the citizens.
Do’s and Don'ts
Trim/Embellishment DO Contrasting or complementary trim. White lace. ruffles, bows, geometric designs and flowers are all encouraged. A layered look is also on trend. DON’T Plain skirts with no embellishments are drab and do not show off femininity
Patterns
DO Solids, stripes, small prints and plaids. DON’T Big or bold prints. Subtlety is key
Fabrics
DO Taffetas and silk give off the upmost luxurious look and feel to ball gowns DON’T Anything goes from cotton to wool to silks and muslins. Just make sure the fabric fits the occasion
Colors
DO Lighter colors are perfect for the young women. Try a soft hue of blue or pink. DON’T Bright reds and black. Black should be used for mourning.
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