The 1870s was notable as the decade of huge bustles. As the front
of the skirt became flatter, the back built up. The woman was a
walking wedding cake, a symbol of success and elegance.
Remember,
that much of what was happening around the world, first occurred in
the European and English courts. The elegant widow, Queen Victoria,
was a worldwide symbol of all that was fashionable and moral. Hair
styles of the cultured socialite were high and crowned with lace,
ribbons, and flowers. The Wild West woman still wanted to appear
feminine, but her hair was long and often received little more than
curling, otherwise it cascaded over her shoulders and down her back.
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