1900's

Fashion during the 1900's it was all about tall, stiff collars that characterized the time period, as did womens broad hats and "Gibson Girls" hairstyles.
Sillhoettes by the countries of paris late in the decade signald the approaching abandoment of the Corset. In the 1830's sillhoettes of an hourglass shape became more popular again, the fashion was of that of a confident women. Blouses and dresses were full in front and puffed into a "pigeon chest" shape, also a narrow waist that slopped from back to front.
Necklines were supported by high boned collars. During the mid decade skirts would brush the floor often leaving with a train.
Tailored clothes were often worn for out door activities or travel.
Shoes during this decade were often narrow with an emphazised pointed toe with a meduim heel.

 

Huge, broadbrimmed hats were worn in mid-decade, trimmed with masses of feathers and occasionally complete stuffed birds (male hummingbirds for those who could afford them), or decorated with ribbons and artificial flowers. Masses of wavy hair were fashionable, swept up to the top of the head (if necessary, over horsehair pads called "rats") and gathered into a knot. Large hats were worn with evening wear.
By the end of the decade, hats had smaller drooping brims that shaded the face and deep crowns, and the overall top-heavy effect remained.