These hemlines are sometimes irregular, calf length in front and curving up above the knees in back.
The skirts themselves stopped above the knees or extended to calf length before they began their curving ascent up the leg.
Some were calf length, which alone is a sign of individuality when short skirts are the rule.
And skirts were in finer fabrics and often calf length rather than trailing on the floor.
Not only are the hems calf length, but the skirts are quite full.
The vast majority of styles stop above the knees, with only an occasional venture to calf length or below.
They jutted out almost to calf length, but they were high enough not to get in anyone's way.
While they usually clear the knees, some are calf length.
It falls down to calf length (slightly longer than the BA gown) and may be made of silk.
Kosode: A short silk red or white robe of ankle or lower calf length.