This is a color photo, also from 1963, that shows the color of the band around the cap, the trouser stripes, the cuff insignia, and the braided shoulder knot and front chin strap
A handful of you agreed with me, but most of you were extremely enthusiastic (in full caps with exclamation marks) about the outfit, and brought the rating up to a sparkling 9 out of 10 (you agreed with me on the shoes though, as the rating goes up to 9.2 if it is paired with them!)
A long sash crowns the A-line skirt that opens in a front slit adorned with lace trim
It is incredibly ironic for a show to bring back regency fashion firsthandly, but not conform to historical trends
Once these ingredients are mixed together, the final taste and consistency rival any store-bought brand
This is the kind of outfit that lets you move from ceremony to reception comfortably, looking pulled together without ever appearing like you tried too hard