This magnificent 1910's Edwardian lawn cotton dress, with detailed embroidery and lace accents is a rare piece to behold.
The rounded neckline of the dress, is framed by a delicate lace border which sets off the trailing floral embroidery along the front of the bust-line and décolletage, which is in turn framed by a wide scalloped edge lace collar, which draws in centrally beneath the embroidery with a press stud fastening. The elegant shoulder line, is concealed by the wide lace collar, which drapes along the back of the nape. The 3/4 length inset sleeves boast trailing floral embroidery along each external side, which is set off by wide lace cuffs. The timeless blouson cut of the bodice, boasts gathered pleats that radiate upwards from the waistline, setting off the delicate waist-panel, whilst concealing the press stud and hook fastenings. The wonderful line of the skirt, is accented by gathered pleats that radiate from the waistband, and drape along the length of the skirt, which boasts a wide lace tier about the simple hemline. This dress is made of fine lawn cotton and has an element of sheerness to it, we recommend to use of a petticoat, to conceal ones modesty.
Measurements of the Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 38 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 50 inches
Waist: up to 30 inches
Hips: up to 52 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder : 16 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 12 inches
Size: UK 12 US 8
Closures: This dress fastens with two hook and eyes along the waistline, and 11 press studs along the front left hand side of the bodice and shoulder line.
Condition: In near perfect vintage condition, some very small pin holes to the cotton lawn along the left hand side yoke, these are well concealed beneath the lace collar and not apparent when the dress is being worn. These minor details are in no way apparent when the dress is being worn, and only apparent under very close inspection. Please refer to the photographs, as they form part of the condition report.
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned
Fabric: Lawn Cotton, Cotton Lace, Embroidery
Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.
Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure you favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
