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Avisite is a specific type of woman's outer garment similar to amantle orwrap. It was particularly popular in the late 19th century, being specifically designed to accommodate the then fashionablebustle.[1] The visite replaced the hugeshawls that had previously been worn over largecrinoline skirts, combining shawl and coat elements, and was even on occasion made using shawls that were valuable but no longer fashionable.[2][3]
