Robe a la française - petticoat and panier

  Under the top petticoat other petticoat decorated with tassels is worn. This petticoat is made according to the instructions on www.koshka-the-cat.com and its purpose is to smooth the shape of the skirt. Under it the panier reinforced with a peeled reed is worn. The panier was made according to the original from England, c. 1750 - 1780 (Los Angeles County Museum of Art). Petticoat and even panier, as well as dress and top petticoat have left slits on the sides to allow access to two pockets worn below them.