Mistletoe thwarted by crinoline, 1857
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Mistletoe thwarted by crinoline, 1857
A young man curses the invention of crinoline skirts, preventing him from accessing the object of his affections, waiting coyly beneath the mistletoe.
1857
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1850s 1857 Coyly Crinoline Decorations Kiss Kissing Mistletoe Preventing Seasonal Thwarted Tradition Traditions Victorians
Mistletoe Thwarted by Crinoline - A Victorian Love Story, 1857
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this charming and humorous photograph from 1857, a young man expresses his frustration with the fashionable trend of the time - the crinoline skirt. As he stands beneath the mistletoe, ready to claim a kiss from the coyly waiting woman before him, the fullness of her crinoline skirt prevents him from reaching his goal. The Victorian era, known for its elaborate customs and traditions, was no stranger to the annual Christmas tradition of kissing under the mistletoe. However, the invention of the crinoline skirt, a large, bell-shaped hoop skirt, posed a significant challenge to this tradition. The fullness of the skirt made it impossible for a man to easily reach the woman he desired, adding an element of playful frustration to the holiday ritual. The woman in the photograph, dressed in her finest Victorian attire, waits coyly beneath the mistletoe, her expression suggesting a mix of amusement and mischief. The young man, with a scowl on his face, curses the invention of the crinoline skirt, unable to fulfill his holiday wish. This delightful image captures the essence of the Victorian era, with its intricate costumes, customs, and traditions. The photograph serves as a reminder of the playful and often challenging nature of love and romance, even during the most festive of seasons. The mistletoe, a symbol of love and fertility, adds to the romantic atmosphere of the photograph, while the crinoline skirt, a fashionable yet impractical invention, adds a touch of humor and intrigue. This photograph is a beautiful representation of the traditions and customs of the 1850s, and a reminder of the enduring power of love, even when faced with unexpected challenges.
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