Abbie B. Galloway, GB189511850A
An Improved Costume, Chiefly Designed for Lady Bicyclists.
Image credit: Galloway, A.B. (1895)
On July 20, 1895, Abbie B. Galloway of East Somerville, Massachusetts, received a patent for an improved riding habit for women. It combined a divided skirt and trousers with detachable fasteners that kept fabric clear of bicycle wheels, while maintaining the appearance of a conventional skirt.
Date of Application: 18 June 1895
Date of Issuance: 20 July 1895
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