Fashion Plate No. 353 from L'Iris, Moniteur des Modes

This hand-colored lithograph from the French fashion journal *L'Iris* showcases women's accessories and hairstyles of the 1860s. The central garment—a white cape or mantle with purple and black geometric trim—is displayed flat while surrounding vignettes present five profile views of women modeling different bonnets and hair arrangements adorned with ribbons, flowers, and lace. The format exemplifies how fashion plates functioned as illustrated instruction, combining technical detail with idealized portraiture. Published by Imprimerie Mariton, this plate served both commercial and aspirational purposes, documenting the era's aesthetic preferences while circulating style innovations to readers across Europe.