Classic Edwardian dress in white cotton lawn with embroidered flowers and laurel branches, openwork crochet lace and pin tucks!
Scalloped openwork lace detail to bodice and elbow length sleeves; sleeves are dolman style; pin tucks at bodice back.
Raised/Empire waist with openwork lace.
Large, embroidered focal area at skirt front; pin tucks all around; two layers of openwork lace with ruffled lace at hem.
Buttons at back; fabric is sheer and will require a slip.
Best fits an Extra Small. Measurements are taken flat, doubled where appropriate. These are garment measurements so be sure to allow room for movement.
Bust 34"
Empire Waist 26", 6" from armpit
Natural Waist 34"
Hips 36"
Length 53"
Shoulders dolman style (mannequin has 15" shoulders)
Sleeves 11" from armpit
Very good condition. A few tiny mends and pin holes mostly at the bodice; minor mends to lace; some loose threads; slight discoloration at underarms. Openwork at bodice and shoulders has been reinforced at some later point with synthetic net, releasing at some points. Hand washed and ready to wear.