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Anatomy of a Suit

Roll over image to view descriptions of the clothing worn by this middling merchant.

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  Men's Clothing Glossary

  Gentlemen's clothing, piece by piece.

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  Wigs

  A brief history of wigs in colonial Williamsburg.

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  Anatomy of a Gown

  See the gown's structure revealed.

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