Arnold's Victorian Fashion

A man using a sewing machine?! Yes in Tunisia and other nations, Singer Corporation found that men used their sewing machines often. What they wore was viewed as exotic, but it influenced American designs. #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions''' #bestarnoldcards

Swiss traditional fashion was not available to Emma Jane Arnold except, perhaps, as a pattern. This 1894 trade card was distributed by Singer and may have influenced American fashion designers of the time. See comments below for an explanation of "Vaud." #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions #bestarnoldcards

Mary Anderson models the latest in subtle color and advertising (though we doubt she would ever wear a hat with this inscription). Born in 1859, we found no evidence this actress ever used "Eclectric Oil." This was a quack cure-all. See the comment below for all the ailments it was supposed to cure. #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions #bestarnoldcards

Fetching outfits are just right for a summer's outing while the family dog gets some exercise. Produced by Gies & Co. of Buffalo, NY, this card bears no merchant's imprint. Exclusive to this Collection. #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions #bestarnoldcards

Elegant casual Some folks make everything they wear elegant, even "casual" attire! Lillie Langtry was one of those prominent people. See https://goo.gl/hpNYnV for the original. #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions   #bestarnoldcards