Revue de la Mode, Gazette de la Famille, dimanche 29 février 1880, 9e année, No. 426: Garnitures & Gants de la Ville de Lyon.. 1880

This fashion plate, created by E. Cheffer, appeared in the Revue de la Mode in February 1880, showcasing the latest trends in women's wear, trimmings and gloves from the city of Lyon. The print is meticulously detailed, likely achieved through a combination of engraving and hand-coloring. The garments themselves are feats of construction; corsetry, draping, and the application of elaborate lace trims were highly skilled practices. Note the stark contrast between the smooth satin and the intricate lacework – each material demands a different set of tools and techniques. Lyon was known for its silk weaving industry, and the skilled labour that lay behind the production of this delicate lace, often employing women in workshops and homes. Fashion plates like these were not just about aesthetics; they were vital tools for the fashion industry, disseminating styles and driving consumption. The labor-intensive nature of producing both the garments and the print underscores the complex relationship between fashion, craft, and the burgeoning industrial economy of the late 19th century.