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 Ladivine CC2349 Glitter Satin V Neck Prom Gown Victorian Era evening dress, maker unknown c. 1870. The green was the most fashionable colour in Victorian era fashion, it was called Paris green, also known as emerald green. It became popular 1870 Green silk day dress with tassel trim Fashion History Timeline