Het Toilet, 1 juli 1879, No. 1 1879

This fashion plate by A. Chaillot, titled "Het Toilet, 1 juli 1879, No. 1", showcases two women in elaborate late-19th century attire. The woman on the left wears a lavish gold and blue patterned dress with a lace-trimmed collar and a long train, while the woman on the right sports a more practical, yet equally fashionable, tweed jacket and skirt ensemble. The intricate details, including the ruffles, bows, and patterned fabrics, illustrate the prevailing trends of the period. These fashion plates, often published in magazines or newspapers, served as a visual guide for the latest fashion trends and provided inspiration to women across the globe.