Kirsten's Meet Outfit

Kirsten's meet outfit is symbolic of her new life on the American prairie in the 1830s. Though she is an immigrant and wears her Swedish clothes during much of Meet Kirsten, Kirsten receives this outfit as a hand-me-down from her elder cousin Lisbeth. It is fitting, then, that the primary colors are red, white, and blue.

Outfit
Blue Calico Dress
 * The dress uses a design common to Kirsten's clothing - dropped sleeves, gathered bodice at the waist, and growth stripes. These are all fashionable for children in the 1830s. The blue is a bright, light shade with a red flower print. The color and cuffs are bright white. As with many older items, the pattern of the print has varied slightly since Kirsten was released; it used to be somewhat random, but now the flowers are arranged in rows and lines.

Striped Apron
 * Kirsten's half-apron ties in the back and has a patch pocket. It is white with red stripes.

Pantalettes
 * Kirsten's underwear is a pair of long white pantalettes trimmed with lace.

Stockings
 * Her socks are thick and brown-striped.

Shoes
 * These are brown lace-up boots with a soft sole.

Hair Ribbons
 * Each of Kirsten's braids is tied off with a woven blue ribbon.

Accessories
Red-Checked Bonnet

Spoon Bag

Wooden Spoon

Handkerchief

Amber Heart Necklace