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Person/Organization: Hobbs, Janet Webb

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Item 42428

Janet W. Hobbs as 'Young Lady in 1866,' Portland, 1923

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1923-12-15 Location: Portland Media: Photographic print

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Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In

Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.