For #throwbackthursday we look back to the beautifully delicate fashion of the Edwardian era. Dresses, like the one from our Fashion Archive, feature layers of luxurious fabrics and delicate trims of lace, beadwork, and rhinestones. This robe du soir or evening gown is made with a lavender cut velvet, featuring an asymmetrical hem, an intricate net overlay lined with rhinestones, and a butterfly detail at the bust. The net actually forms the sleeves of the dress, which would have been equal parts attractive and impractical. 1972.81.13 Estate of Alice Lee Thomas Stevenson #tbt #fashionhistory #fashioncollection #fashionarchives #fashionarchive #edwardian #labelleepoque #marylandhistoricalsociety #marylandhistory #robedusoir #edwardianstyle #edwardianfashion #eveninggown