Title: Colonial America for Kids: Women's Clothing
Headings: Colonial America
Colonial America
Women's Clothing

Content: Colonial America for Kids: Women's Clothing


History >> Colonial America
Colonial America
Women's Clothing
Child with Mother
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The women of colonial times wore different clothes than women do today. Their clothing would be considered uncomfortable, hot, and impractical today. Women's clothing consisted of several layers. Working women wore clothing made of cotton, linen, or wool. Wealthy women often wore softer, lighter clothes made from satin and silk. Typical Women's Clothing Items
Most women during colonial times wore very similar clothing items. The materials used, quality, and decorations of the clothing varied depending on the woman's wealth and type of work. Clothing was often defined as "dress" or "undress". Formal clothing was called "dress" while everyday working clothes were called "undress".