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treselegant:

‘To Render Ladies’ Dresses Incombustible.’

A deadly concern for crinoline wearing ladies, covered in ‘Cassell’s Household Guide’ 1869. 

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   “…and numerous ladies have been burnt to death by means of their dresses catching light whilst dancing…” …WHY DIDN’T...

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   I’m imagining party after party where the most notable parts were when the ladies caught fire

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   It’s very rude to go up in flames at a ball, y’know. Or in your kitchen; that’s generally not a good thing either.

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    Remember Ladies, you too can make yourself not ignite on ball night! 1870’s Problems, guys.

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    I wonder if this actually worked…

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