These pages contain many useful fashion terms and definitions from the Language of Fashion! Illustrated is a directoire costume, Dolly Verde Costume (1870), different types of dots (differentiating between those applied chemically, woven, or embroidered),  and more. I hope this can help you to identify different styles of dresses!

Types of dresses defined include:

The Bungalow Apron of 1924

“Little Women Dress”

Jumper Dree

One Hour Dress of 1920

Dirndl dress

Peter Thompson dress

… and many more, as you can see!