Silks, satins, and ribbons, sometimes; and at others tobacco and brandy, a few cases of gloves or lace, and such articles as English ladies are fond of, and are glad to get without paying duty.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
And so you think we wear silks and satins on board ship, I see, young gentleman, do you?
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
Ladies ought to dress in silks and satins and brocades and rich embroidered robes.
"A Very Naughty Girl"
L. T. Meade