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In 1887, Leonard served on a committee arranging graduation proceedings at the College, where classes had intermittently graduated in caps and gowns. He saw, however, that the gowns were of a pattern so shapeless they must be incorrect, and thus he began designing his own importing a gown from England quite different in cut and technical construction and altering it, embodying some American ideas as to fit and utility. Once complete, he placed an order for the Class of 1887 with Cottrell & Leonard, his familys dry goods and furs business based in Albany, N.Y

It can be worn as either a dress or a shirt, depending on your mood

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Features delicate stone embellishments for a touch of sparkle