Below are a few pieces from the Costume and Textile Collection. Iowa Style 1846-1996. This slide set shows clothing from the ISU Textiles and Clothing Department's Costume and Textile Collection. Its purpose is to create awareness of changes in family roles over the past 150 years as expressed through apparel. For your convenience, here is a map and listing of ISU Extension county offices , including area offices and ISU Outreach Centers.
Square neckline has drawings across front and back.
Inside of waistband is backed with a plain, white muslin. Wrapper was remade into a maternity garment. Contrasting plaid taffeta was set into the front. Gathered sleeves were trimmed with wide bell-shaped cuffs of plaid to match front inserts. Plain weave brown cotton, white collar with hook and eye front closure, tightly gathered sleeves.