1870 Gertrud Staats Blueberry Popover Mantua originally associated with a French

originally associated with a French walking dress from around 1885

and refined historical garments

The original waistcoat was made from printed cotton with linen elements and reflects the practical yet elegant textile traditions used in Nordic folk costume and historical menswear

This design is adapted from an 1880s French walking dress preserved in The Met Museum

Pierrot jackets

1870 Gertrud Staats Blueberry Popover Mantua originally associated with a French1870s Floral Lattice Cotton Fabric Product Description This reconstructed textile design is inspired by a documented sample from an 1870s textile book held in museum collections. It reflects the refined decorative language of late Victorian fabrics, where structured geometry was combined with delicate floral elements. The composition balances a clear lattice framework with soft floral motifs and subtle dot detailing, creating both visual rhythm and