Fancy dress costume idea from 1884 for Mrs Balchristie, a character from Sir Walter Scott's 'Heart of Midlothian'. The costume comprises a dark dress, plain skirt, low square bodice, kerchief inside with sleeves to the elbow and muslin below. A square lace edged apron covers the front, while a muslin cap with bows and ribbons sits on the head. She carries a stick in her hand and bunch of keys.