The Regency Period began in the early 19th century and was a time of great change.  Following the American Revolution, fashion followed suite with the Industrial Revolution as cotton fabrics became the first major product made in Britain.

Classical Greek and Roman images were evoked with slim, high-wasted gowns, known as the "Empire" style, accompanied by shawls and gloves as arm coverings. Flat shoes, like ballet pumps, were worn.