Victorian Era Fashion: Green Gowns To Die For! Sold at Auction: A general group of late Victorian and reproduction Scheele's green was the most fashionable colour for the Victorian elite. Unfortunately the dye combined copper and arsenic and resulted in skin cancer, killing hundreds of textile workers. Did someone say those Lily Retro Off Shoulder Swing Dress Emerald Green Floral Vine Prin The Zesty Lemon Clothing Co Jersey Strapless Corset Gown Emerald Moda Glam Boutique Emerald Baroque Style Gown with Rococo Elegance Floral Victorian Ball Dress Marie Antoinette Inspired Plus Size