Antique Victorian Croquet Dress, ca. 1888 – 19th‑Century Sport Ensemble #antiquewalkingdress Motif: meandering leaves interspersed with

Motif: meandering leaves interspersed with some flowers and other motifs

minor crushing

and subtle wear to the lace and hem trim

subtle discoloration in the lamé fabric

Antique Victorian Croquet Dress, ca. 1888 – 19th‑Century Sport Ensemble #antiquewalkingdress Motif: meandering leaves interspersed withWe present here an extraordinary rarity: an authentic 19thcentury croquet dress, known in period fashion magazines as a croquet dressa term that immediately evokes the refined leisure culture of the Victorian era. More than a garment, this ensemble is a vivid window into a bygone world, when outdoor pastimes such as croquet were not merely games but highly social events. Women dressed for these occasions in carefully coordinated outfits that expressed