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 of plush satin ribbon; pointed bodice of pink brocade trimmed with blackberries; Leghorn hat with nuts, blackberries, and loops of ribbon.

NYMPH (See ). Dress of silver cloth with coral epaulettes, and silver coronet in the hair; seaweeds and grass introduced on the skirt and low bodice. OARSWOMAN. Crimson flannel short skirt trimmed with bands of velvet; brown tunic, caught up high on hips; blue bodice, with revers, and blue and white striped waist-coat, elbow-sleeves, white plaiting round; straw hat, with poppies at side; black mittens; black shoes, blue stockings; oar in hand.

OCTOBER. This is generally rendered after the manner of autumn with trimmings of leaves variegated with all the rich reds and browns of the autumn tints. A classic cream dress would show such trimmings to advantage. Or, an evening dress of cream and gold satin introducing acorns, with the leaves applied to dress and head-dress.

ODALISQUE. Embroidered slippers; red silk trousers; short embroidered skirt; scarf of many colours, tied round hips; black corselet bodice, embroidered in pearls, half high, white and gold; chemisette with sleeves, buttoned to elbow, silver pendants; cap of silk, with crescent and aigrette; plenty of amber beads and ornaments; feather fan in hand.

OLD FASHIONED GIRL. Long full skirt of soft muslin or wool, short waist; low bodice made full, short sleeve with just one puff; sash round waist; cap of white muslin, plaited round the edge, cut up the back; a bow of ribbon in front.

OLD WOMAN WHO LIVED IN A SHOE. (See and .)

OLD WOMAN WHO SWEPT THE SKY. Red cloak; witch's hat; broom in hand; high pointed bodice with ruff and bunched up chintz skirt.

OLD ENGLISH DRESSES suitable for bazaars and other occasions consist of sateen or quilted petticoats; cretonne overskirts and bodices, laced in front; muslin fichus, aprons, and caps. (See also, , &c.)