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(1837-1901)

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In the victorian era the middle class women...

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In the victorian era the middle class women...

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The middle class women were allowed to vote, their lives were centred on the home, their husband and children...

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Unlike the middle class, they lived comfortably, and their main job, was to groom younger girl, of the same class, to become women.

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Approximately half of the lower working-class women , worked in a domestic service, whiole the others were barmaids and chambermaids

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Middle-class women, on the other hand, were expected to receive an education, help in the family buisness, and try to marry the nobiliy

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Upper-class women performed a variety of jobs and earned a respectable income to become instructor, governess or teacher

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The Victorian era was marked by the ongoing effects of the Industrial Revolution, which began in the late 18th century but accelerated during Victoria’s reign.

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Scientific Progress: The era saw important developments in science. Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, published in On the Origin of Species (1859), challenged traditional religious views. Advances in medicine, including the use of anesthesia and antiseptics.

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Literature: The Victorian era produced some of the most famous writers in English literature, including Charles Dickens, the Brontë sisters, George Eliot, and Thomas Hardy. Their works often addressed social issues, such as poverty, class, and the struggles of the poor.

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Art and Architecture: The era saw the development of distinct artistic movements like the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and the rise of Victorian Gothic architecture. The period was also known for ornate design and the use of bright colors in art and interior decoration.

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Women’s Fashion: Victorian women’s fashion was characterized by tightly corseted waists, full skirts, and layers of petticoats. The styles evolved over the years, with hoop skirts, bustles, and wide collars becoming prominent at different points.

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Men’s Fashion: Men wore suits with tailored jackets, waistcoats, and trousers. Top hats and bowler hats were popular, as were formal accessories like pocket watches.

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Children's Fashion: Children wore outfits that mimicked adult clothing, but with more practical adaptations for play and work.