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.
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Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Late Teens Era Dres
From the seller:
Perfect combination of ecru lace and silk, all painstakingly constructed in this Edwardian gown. The lace neckline is lined in silk tulle stitched to a different patterned tulle to add interest to the sleeves, where the lace is delicately gathered down the center.
The bodice is designed like a wide, gathered sash that wraps around and snaps in all directions. Someone definitely had an attendant to help get into this dress.
The over-skirt has a pannier effect due to gathers below the hips and it also has an interesting, square tab detailed hem. The back bodice is covered with a large lace panel that makes a small bustle on the lower back. And another lace panel makes a petticoat effect under-skirt.
A few minor water spots as pictured. The back view is fabulous, making this a beautiful and unique wedding dress.
Label: "B. Altman & Co., Paris, New York"
Approximate Measurements:
Bust: 32"
Waist: 26"
Hips: 46"
Length: 49"
From Me:
I doubt this is a wedding dress. It looks more like a nice evening dress. Think cocktails in the modern fashion vocabulary. :-)
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