Dark Green Silk Victorian Stockings

Victorian Late / Bustle · 1860s-1890s · French

A pair of dark green silk stockings displaying the fine gauge knitting typical of Victorian luxury hosiery. The stockings extend to above the knee length, featuring a narrow foot construction with pointed toe shaping characteristic of 1870s footwear silhouettes. The silk material appears to have a matte finish, suggesting a high-quality knit construction. The deep forest green color was fashionable during the Victorian period, often chosen to complement the rich jewel tones popular in women's dress. The stockings show evidence of wear patterns consistent with being secured by garters, which was the standard method of stocking support before the invention of elastic waistbands.