_From “Emma,” Vol. II., Chap. XLII._
_Costumes._
_Mrs Elton._ A dress of dove-coloured sarsanet with a ruche of the same
round the bottom of skirt; puffings of cream net round the neck; narrow
cherry-coloured ribbon round the bodice and down the front of the
skirt; fancy straw hat with cream feathers and cherry-coloured ribbons;
pale pink shawl to harmonise with ribbons.
_Mr Knightley._ Buff-coloured coat, with dark velvet collar,
high stock; frilled shirt front; short waistcoat of deep blue;
cream-coloured breeches.
[Illustration: _Mrs Elton and Mr Knightley._]