Tabbed Caraco | Francis Open | 1775 - 1785 MTO Linen Gowns culminating in a court martial

culminating in a court martial that reveals a shocking truth

The size of the breeches is in inches with the gusset completely closed

At 60 inches wide

Its striking color and distinctive texture make this fabric well suited for gowns

Tabbed Caraco | Francis Open | 1775 - 1785 MTO Linen Gowns culminating in a court martialThis style of caraco closes in the front with three narrow and evenly spaced overlapping tabs. These tabs are spaced out down the front of the bodice, pinning closed to the wearer's measurements, making the fit quite forgiving. A matching stomacher is included with the jacket, as the remaining space was historically filled with a stomacher or a handkerchief worn over the stays. The back features pleating seen on a number of period examples, including