This afternoon dress was the favorite of the exhibit. It was made by Charles Fredrick Worth (1825-1895) in Paris around 1873 and was owned by Mary Augusta Green de Camp Corning, who wore it on her honeymoon with Edwin Weld Corning, the youngest son of Erastus I. The couple lived in Saratoga, New York.
According to the Metroland article, "Worth is considered to be the 'founder' of French haute couture." The article goes on to note that Worth "claims the dubious distinctions of being the first to show seasonal collections and to put labels in his clothing." Emile Pingat, who made the red gown shown on the previous page, was a rival of Worth's at the time.
