Tea gown

A tea gown is a long and wide- cut dress. This type dresses originated in England in the late 19th century and was born there in the afternoon in a private setting as house dress.

Early Teekleider were influenced by the Asian clothing in the course of Japonism. Another influence was the English Aesthetic Dress movement. This movement campaigned for simpler, loose clothing that differed from the then usual constricting. In contrast to former hard Teekleider dresses were usually worn without a corset. They were so much more comfortable and enjoyable to wear. Teekleider had wide hanging sleeves and were often trimmed with lace, ruffles and trims.

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