Combination
c. 1900
Cotton, lace, and silk ribbon
Unknown donor
Object numberU.131
Undergarments became increasingly streamlined during the late nineteenth century. Combinations, which joined a camisole and drawers into a single garment, were especially prevalent. The desire to eliminate layers of undergarments corresponded to the slimmer dress silhouette of the Edwardian era.
DescriptionCombination in white cotton eyelet and lace with ribbon beadingExhibitions