The Wasp — 1879 — page 513: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents a fashion illustration (Plate V) rather than a political cartoon. The image shows a woman modeling an elegant morning wrapper (a loose indoor garment) in salmon-colored cashmere with decorative details. The accompanying text discusses practical fashion advice for women preparing for the day, emphasizing how proper morning dress allows for "graceful appearance" while remaining comfortable and easy to don quickly. The right column contains unrelated brief news items and witticisms about various personalities and events, which was typical *Wasp* magazine filler content. This is primarily a **fashion feature**, not satire—though *The Wasp*'s satirical voice carries through the commentary. The page reflects 19th-century concerns with women's respectability and appearance even in private morning hours.