"One doz. round silk lace.
"One doz. most fashionable cambric pocket h'k'c'fs.
"Six lbs. perfumed powder.
"One piece narrow white satin ribbon, pearl edge."
Fashion ruled with mighty power at that time, and Mrs. Washington was one of its votaries from necessity, if not from choice. Her husband, too, paid much attention to dress; nor was it the result of her influence. Before he became acquainted with her, in one of his orders sent to England appears the following:
"Two pairs fine worked ruffles, at 20s. per pair.
"Two sets complete shoe brushes.
"Six pairs thread hose at 5s.
"Enough superfine blue cotton velvet for coat, waistcoat, and breeches, with fine silk buttons to match, and necessary trimmings, with garters for the breeches.