FEATURES: WHAT A RARE ANTIQUE FIND! A HIGH FASHION SHEER ECRU COTTON NET FABRIC WITH FRENCH BLUE BOW APPLIQUÉ's THROUGHOUT. A COLORED RIBBON SASH ORIGINALLY CAME WITH THE DRESS-(BUT WOULD NEED TO BE RESTORED) DEEP SCOOP NECKLINE TRIMMED IN RUFFLED LACE. RUCHING DETAILS THROUGHOUT BOSOM PANEL THAT RUNS DOWN THE FRONT OF THE GOWN & AROUND THE HEMLINE. GOWN IS VERY SHEER, & WOULD REQUIRE AN UNDERLAYER OF SORTS (IF PREFERRED). ESTIMATED EDWARDIAN ERA c1900-1910 TEA DRESS "CAN YOU SEE A HER OUT STROLLING WITH HER PARASOL IN THIS ROMANTIC DRESS??" ...THIS IS A WONDERFUL ADDITION FOR ANY COLLECTION. Measurements: Bust: (underarm to underarm at side seam) Up to 32" (33" if slightly stretched) Waist: up to 31" Length: bodice Length 13.5" skirt 37.5" total length 51", hips 38", sleeve openings 10" around, sweep 47". Condition: pre-owned antique condition. Notable Issues: Needs professional heirloom dry cleaning (refer to last 2 photos for notables). Has some yellowing/fading, faint spots, tiny dark spots (on lower back of skirt and back of shoulder) The satin ribbon sash is not usable, needs to be restored. This sash piece can be used as your pattern, and the glass beads can be restrung. The lace hemline has been torn, (it's longer in a section in the back). If you have other questions, please ask. WEARABILITY: Can not guarantee wearability due to the age of the fabric and thread. If you are attempting to wear, wear at your own risk. Dresses this age are delicate, and need to be handled with great care. Perfect for study, patternmaking, or for a stunning addition to your beautiful new collection! *INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYING THEIR OWN CUSTOMS/TARIFF FEES UPON ARRIVAL. *SEE OTHER DECADES OF FASHIONS & OTHER UNIQUE VINTAGE ITEMS AT MY SISTER ETSY SHOP: VintageVelvetClothes PLEASE NOTE: ABOUT VINTAGE Please understand that vintage clothing and vintage fabric have age to it, and even when in excellent condition, they show wear. They are not new items. Even the most cared for vintage items of clothing is likely to have some wear and tear and vintage pieces can commonly have tiny spots/marks, fading/yellowing, or pin holes. I attempt to present all damage by describing and photographing it but sometimes little things get by me. If you are not happy with your purchase, please contact me right away after receiving your purchase to arrange for a return. Items are sourced from local estate auctions, and business liquidations. Items will have some wear as to be expected with used goods. Please read the description and look at pictures carefully as all items will be as described. Measurements are taken to the best of our ability, but there may be a 5-10% variation. Please remember that colors photograph and can display differently depending on the camera and/or the computer. Buy with confidence! I have been selling online since 2006, and my continuing goal is to establish and maintain happy customers and 100% Feedback rating. My items are sourced from a variety of venues including estate sales and auctions. Some are new, but most are pre-owned or vintage, so I have no way of knowing the complete history, or if the item has always been stored in a smoke or pet free environment (my home is smoke free, and pet friendly). I strive to ensure 100% customer satisfaction and I will always do my best to provide accurate pictures and descriptions, and note any issues I observe when I inspect my items....but mistakes do happen from time to time. In the unlikely event that there is a problem with your order, please contact me immediately so I can resolve any issues for you...my goal is always for you to be happy in the end so I can hopefully have the opportunity to earn your business in the future!
