Straight Caraco | Palace Bloom | 1775 - 1785

The Straight Caraco is the simplest style of longer jacket seen throughout the American Revolution. This particular variation is distinguished by its straight-cut front that continues down the length of the piece. This design produces a flattering silhouette while allowing the garment to drape naturally over petticoats, including a wide variety of skirt supports.

Like many caraco styles of the period, it features a fitted bodice cut in one with the skirting, meaning there is no separate waist seam, elongating the look of the torso. This method of construction was common in the latter half of the eighteenth century and contributes to the garment's clean, continuous lines.

The caraco also features elegantly curved sleeves, carefully shaped to provide both comfort and a refined fit. The Straight Front Caraco pairs beautifully with a variety of petticoats and accessories that can dress it up or down, creating an authentic and polished 18th-century appearance. Suitable for both everyday wear, it is a versatile garment that reflects the practicality and understated elegance valued throughout the period.

To ensure the best fit, measurements must be taken while wearing stays.