One of my post from last year, it has gone a little viral and the constant question was: How did Victorian women stay warm? They wore multiple undergarments including: chemises, drawers, corsets, How Women Really Dressed for Winter, 19001960 Winter Wear in the 1640s streetsofsalem During the 1850s, women's clothing played a crucial role in keeping them warm, especially during winter months. 1. Layering: Women wore multiple layers of clothing, including a chemise, corset, petticoats, and a Chronically Vintage: 7 easy ways to wear vintage and still stay warm in the winter