Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Costume (hierarchy name)
5. costume (mode of fashion)
6. clothing
7. main garments
8. [main garments for the upper body]
9. blouses (main garments)

Anotations

Scope note:

In general, refers to women's blouses having a center front button or stud placket opening, cuffs, and a collar, imitating the details of a man's shirt; may also have more feminine details, such as puffed sleeves, embroidery or lace, and other decoration. Specifically, refers to a particular type of ladies' bodice of a dress or a blouse having certain man-tailored details, in fashion from the early nineteenth century through the Edwardian period. Formerly the term referred to a similar garment worn by men and boys.