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In addition to the fun details (like sleeves vs

Bandeau neckline

The deep black or purple shades stand out with the colours of an opal

They also look good, boasting a polished appearance courtesy of a hand-painted finish that elevates any outfit in an instant

Gaynor Arnold doesn't pretend this is a completely factual account -- unlike Ms McLain, she didn't have a wealth of source material to work from -- but it's still a very realistic account of Victorian morality and thinking, providing us with at least a little insight into the life and times of some of the Victorian era's most famous denizens

It is the perfect size to fit on my shoulder, and it holds all my essential items