Don't be fooled by the nicely printed cotton versions either - these only look good on thin people.

The printed cotton shirts and flounced tops were recast in silk, a glaze of clear sequins was added to some of the stripy pieces.

The oven gloves and circular pot grab are made from printed cotton and quilted grey wool felt.

Dresses had high necks and long sleeves, usually silk; cheaper ones might be wool or printed cotton.

Seeking to camouflage the juice stains, she designed a sleeveless shift dress made of bright, colorful printed cotton.