Printed Cotton Swallowtail Jacket | Francis Open waccessories18 as you watch the fibers

as you watch the fibers turn from green to blue as they oxidize

Cotton tapes at the back allow for easy adjustment

this fabric allows for efficient cutting and reliable use in historical sewing projects

naturally inspired warmth to any ensemble

Even young boys were expected to look their finest in young America

Printed Cotton Swallowtail Jacket | Francis Open waccessories18 as you watch the fibersThis 18th century swallowtail jacket is inspired by extant examples found in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum, Colonial Williamsburg, and the de Young & Legion of Honor Museum. Characterized by its fitted bodice and long, tapering tails at the back, this dramatic silhouette offered both style and practicality. Jackets were particularly popular among working women or those engaged in more active roles or daytime activities, where