Here is a high crinoline era day dress worn by Sisi with flounces and pagoda sleeves devoid of filling provided by a chemise.
Posted to the Alexander Palace Time Machine Discussion Forum by Madame-Sisi on 30 September 2009.
Keywords: Elisabeth of Bavaria, Sissi, Sisi, Wittelsbach family, Habsburg family, Empress, bateau neckline, split bodice, buttons, vee waistline, pagoda sleeves, crinoline, flounces