Tabbed Caraco | Francis Open | 1775 - 1785 MTO Linen Gowns The size of the breeches

The size of the breeches is in inches with the gusset completely closed

At 60 inches wide

A spencer jacket can change the context of any gown

not just your tobacco

Tabbed Caraco | Francis Open | 1775 - 1785 MTO Linen Gowns The size of the breechesThis style of caraco closes in the front with three narrow and evenly spaced overlapping tabs. These tabs are spaced out down the front of the bodice, pinning closed to the wearer's measurements, making the fit quite forgiving. A matching stomacher is included with the jacket, as the remaining space was historically filled with a stomacher or a handkerchief worn over the stays. The back features pleating seen on a number of period examples, including