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.
Friday, October 31, 2014
Teens Era Halloween Dress
From the seller:
Super rare and extremely awesome early 20th century Halloween dress. Fashioned in a sturdy and wearable black cotton with yellow-orange contrasting middy collar and cuffs. Paper black cat appliques adorn the collar back! Long sleeves are Edwardian in shape with gathers above the wrists. The dress body has rows of sewn down pleats and lots of fabric to fit a variety of sizes. Shown belted (belt not included) and unpinned on a medium sized dress form. Hidden hook and eyes down the front. Lovely flattering shape and a style that would be wearable as a dress and not just a costume.
Measurements:
Will fit a variety of sizes.
-Bust: up to 44"
-Waist: open
-Hip: open
-Length: 44"
-Shoulder: 16"
-Sleeve length: 23"
Condition: Excellent for its age. Very sturdy and wearable. The appliques show wear and breaks, but this is normal for any antique halloween costume. Some discoloration spots on the cuffs.
From Me:
Again, anything over 50 years old isn't "very wearable". Just like us, fabric gets old. It just doesn't show it quite as visibly until you try and make the fabric move.
Based on the neckline and sleeves, the style is probably 1910's.
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