However, under the guidance of a photographer she ended up leaning in a doorway wearing only a short jacket and exposing most of her legs.

A short jacket, 'bonbon lemon', was beautifully cut, collar-free and with minimal detailing.

Cavalry and mounted artillery used a short jacket, which were more practical for riding.

An alternative to the gown was a short jacket or a doublet cut with a high neckline.

The use of the term spencer continued well into the 19th century to mean more generally any type of short jacket or coat.