Etsy - SGHANTIQUECLOTHING Elegant Antique Late Edwardian/Early 1900S Summer Dress With Lace

Etsy UK £450.00 Go to Etsy UK First seen in Jul 2022

Description

A very elegant antique, late Edwardian summer dress dating to the early 1900s, diaphanous, with great detail. One piece, in lightweight, semi translucent cotton, fastening in the back with buttons on the bodice, hooks on the waist & skirt. The front bodice panel is loose fitting, the central panel gathered in to the waist, with small pleats in to the neck. To each side are bands of floral lace, then vertical pleating. The zig zag neckline has more lace, diagonal pleated panels , with the small collar in lace. The back of the bodice has more pleating & gathers. Long fitted sleeves feature bands of lace & lace cuffs. The cinched waist is made with a lace band, the skirt A line, fitted over the hips with small darts & gathers, decorated with bands of lace & pleating. A chevron of pleats at the front echoes the shape of the neckline. CONDITION Very good, a few very small holes & some small marks. Some wear around the hooks at the waist, & possible damage to the collar ? Approx measurements - shoulder 12.5 bust 35 waist 24 length 51.5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION - The pieces i sell are often over 100 years old & rarely in perfect condition, i make every effort to describe & show any faults, so PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION, READ THE CONDITION REPORT, STUDY THE IMAGES & ASK ANY QUESTIONS before buying. If you receive your item & there is a problem that wasn't mentioned in the listing please contact me & i will be happy to rectify the situation. Measurements are approximate, & usually taken on the stand on the outside of the garment, please ask if you need accurate measurements. I sell all pieces as i find them, as a result vintage / antique items may have a musty odour. Colours on your screen may not be 100% accurate Elegant Antique Late Edwardian/Early 1900S Summer Dress With Lace