This is a place for any extant garments in private collections from about 1941 back. There is no beginning date. The only rule is that it can't be currently in a museum and must be before the bombing of Pearl Harbor. I mostly post items I've seen on ebay, etsy, or other auction sites so we will continue to have a record of them for research purposes. If you have antique clothing in your collection, please, email me pictures of them and I will gladly add them to this site.
Monday, October 14, 2013
I know it looks crazy, but I love this 1920's dress
From the seller:
A Deco Darling in the style of the famed french house Boue Soeurs! Pristine fresh color and the most amazing lace I've ever seen combine to create a ball gown from between the wars. This french flapper style has a classic drop waist and pannier detail are hallmark of the era. A pink silk velvetine top is accented with a lime yellow accent at the drop waist/hip line. Hand stitched detail and weighted inside show the thoughtfulness of the dressmaker. The asymetrical skirt is truly a confection- the inner layer is a silk taffeta of bronze hemmed in gold lace. This is topped by layers of tule in accent colors- pink, teal and yellow. This all supports the real drama- the black netting with peacock motif lace. Further detail is the panniers of wire covered in delicate ribbon flowers and leaves. Topping off this confection is a cluster of pastel pink and yellow flowers at the neckline. This piece is nearly 100 years old but looks completely fresh. The only sign of wear is some crushing at the armpit- clearly she danced the night away! The fit is sleek and made of a size 0/2 or lean 4. The bust measures 32 1/2 inches- the hips measures 35. A very inspirational piece ready for a run down the red carpet.
From Me:
....I think I need to make one like this....
Labels:
1920s,
20th Century,
dress,
womens
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