Tailor-Made Suits - $5 "When you wish the latest styles write to us"

These models don't look very happy. In fact they look like elongated Barbie dolls. And their necks hurt from holding up those hats. I don't think fashion was very forgiving in 1898.

Woman's Home Companion - 1902 - New Fall Suits And Cloaks

"Our new Fall and Winter Catalog is now ready. It illustrates styles in ladies' suits and cloaks that are exclusive and distinctly different from the ready-made garments."
Just look at the pleats, topstitching and details on these offerings...then look at the prices!