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English history (17th century)

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    style of dress

    • Hans Holbein the Younger: portrait of Henry VIII
      In dress: Colonial America

      the Puritan and the Cavalier, respectively. Many Virginia colonists leaned toward the Cavalier; Puritan ideas prevailed in Massachusetts. The Puritan penchant for simpler dress had begun before their departure for America. Having moved overseas, they continued to omit such extravagances as fine brocades, rich laces, ribbons, and feathers.

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