Exquisite & ethereal example of Edwardian craftsmanship, beautifully preserved for over 100 years and ready to wear once again! A perfect glimpse into the radical, rapidly changing fashion world of the early 20th century, it has the blousy bust of the early 1900’s and that dropped waist so favored by the flappers well into the 1920’s. Constructed out of ultra-fine, cotton net lace, embellished with 18th century-inspired embroidery and gossamer silk trim. Made around the same time as the modern zipper was invented (back when it was known as a “separable fastener”), it closes with numerous hooks and eyes and snaps. This piece may have been worn as a debutante or wedding dress, considering its fine details and color. Landing just around the ankle, it’s a full length gown (from before it was acceptable to show shin).
In incredible condition for its age, there are very few flaws. The only prominent issue is a faint group of stains on the right side of the dropped waist. Some super tiny holes in net lace: one at the right chest, one at the left shoulder, a small tear along an interior seam on the left side of the lining, and a small tear at the left shoulder where one hook and eye is missing. All of the other metal hooks and eyes are still present & functional, but rusty; luckily the rust has not stained the fabric surrounding these hooks and eyes. Some minor areas of wear to silk trim in some spots. Some inconsistencies in color throughout, where the dress is no longer white but not evenly ecru either. This dress has been hand-washed, and became significantly lighter after soaking, including the group of stains on the hips. Its possible that with more washings and blueing it could be made lighter, but be careful - this fabric becomes more vulnerable to damage when wet. All flaws are minor, consistent with wear, and do not compromise the wearability or display quality of the dress!
Measurements: (measured mesh liner): 32” bust and waist, 34” hip, 42” long, 20” shoulders, 17” arm opening
No It is our mission to be 100% transparent and honest about any and all issues found, but all of our items are vintage - which means most of them have been worn, used and may have minor issues. In the event that we have overlooked an issue, it was not because we misrepresented the item, it is because the issue was not apparent enough to demand our attention. We can only apologize for our oversight and hope you can either repair the issue or resell the garment here or on a similar platform yourself because under no circumstances do we accept returns.
Exquisite & ethereal example of Edwardian craftsmanship, beautifully preserved for over 100 years and ready to wear once again! A perfect glimpse into the radical, rapidly changing fashion world of the early 20th century, it has the blousy bust of the early 1900’s and that dropped waist so favored by the flappers well into the 1920’s. Constructed out of ultra-fine, cotton net lace, embellished with 18th century-inspired embroidery and gossamer silk trim. Made around the same time as the modern zipper was invented (back when it was known as a “separable fastener”), it closes with numerous hooks and eyes and snaps. This piece may have been worn as a debutante or wedding dress, considering its fine details and color. Landing just around the ankle, it’s a full length gown (from before it was acceptable to show shin).
In incredible condition for its age, there are very few flaws. The only prominent issue is a faint group of stains on the right side of the dropped waist. Some super tiny holes in net lace: one at the right chest, one at the left shoulder, a small tear along an interior seam on the left side of the lining, and a small tear at the left shoulder where one hook and eye is missing. All of the other metal hooks and eyes are still present & functional, but rusty; luckily the rust has not stained the fabric surrounding these hooks and eyes. Some minor areas of wear to silk trim in some spots. Some inconsistencies in color throughout, where the dress is no longer white but not evenly ecru either. This dress has been hand-washed, and became significantly lighter after soaking, including the group of stains on the hips. Its possible that with more washings and blueing it could be made lighter, but be careful - this fabric becomes more vulnerable to damage when wet. All flaws are minor, consistent with wear, and do not compromise the wearability or display quality of the dress!
Measurements: (measured mesh liner): 32” bust and waist, 34” hip, 42” long, 20” shoulders, 17” arm opening
No It is our mission to be 100% transparent and honest about any and all issues found, but all of our items are vintage - which means most of them have been worn, used and may have minor issues. In the event that we have overlooked an issue, it was not because we misrepresented the item, it is because the issue was not apparent enough to demand our attention. We can only apologize for our oversight and hope you can either repair the issue or resell the garment here or on a similar platform yourself because under no circumstances do we accept returns.
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