The bold color stands out while maintaining compatibility with 18th-century palettes

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams could scarcely have come from more different worlds

this brown and tan wool flannel offers a timeless look for historical garments

lightweight gowns

particularly in the late 18th and early 19th centuries

Straight Caraco | Red Exotic | 1775 - 1785 wjsilkackets18 The bold color stands outThe Straight Caraco is the simplest style of longer jacket seen throughout the American Revolution. This particular variation is distinguished by its straight cut front that continues down the length of the piece. This design produces a flattering silhouette while allowing the garment to drape naturally over petticoats, including a wide variety of skirt supports. Like many caraco styles of the period, it features a fitted bodice cut in one with the