The Queen, The Lady's Newspaper, 1900 : Costume demi-deul c. 1900

This anonymous illustration from 1900, titled "Costume Demi-Deuil" and featured in *The Queen, The Lady’s Newspaper*, showcases a fashionable woman in a mourning outfit. The woman wears a long, flowing gown in a deep shade of purple, a color often associated with grief and respect. The intricate details of the dress and hat, coupled with the setting of a garden, suggest a period of mourning that allows for a degree of elegance and grace. The image provides a glimpse into the fashion trends and mourning customs of the Belle Époque era.