Robe a la francaise, size 12-14

 A magnificient set  of a a sack back ( robe a la francaise) and a petticoat in silk.

 Features:

*stunning silk fabric, from Sudbury silk mills, very rare, with a perfect Georgian pattern. 8 metres went into the gown- the fabric was £80 originally-bought at a discount, st £55 per metre- so a great bargain!

* francaise bodice lined with linen

* decorated with pleated self trim and linen braid

* lavish lace engagantes tacked to the sleeves - easy to remove for washing

*Bodice closes in front, lacing over the stomacher, utilising lacing strips inside the bodice ( metal grommets as more budget friendly - the strips can be easily removed  and ones with handworked  eyelets can  used instead.   

Lacing with a short  linen tape -  just long enough for the lacing  pictured, a longer one may be  needed for a differet size or for denser lacing * recommended)

* The bodice has  a hidden lacing at the back of the lining, so the size can be regulated. 

* Skirt closes with tapes, so easy to regulate size. ( when wearing, first tie the ties of the back piece in front, and then the  ties of the front piece at the back :-)

* a length of self trim available  to decorate a hat etc.

*pocket hoops not included. See a separate listing for the pocket hoops!

 * for economy's sake, the finish is modern - do contact us  if you would like bespoke clothing made using original Georgian techniques!  Bespoke set like these start from £950 ( double if completely handstitched) plus fabric.

 Measurements:

 Bodice, fully laced at the back closes  at  waist 28" (71cm), chest 32" - plus a stomacher ",

3/4 sleeve, biceps 15" (38cm),  side length 8"  (20cm).

 petticoat length - 39" (101cm)

Idealy, fitting a corseted ( with stays) body of chest - 36-40", waist 29- 33

 Please measure yourself on the stays, not without!

 Skirt easy to regulate with the ties, size 12-14

Probably best suited for  UK sizes 12- 14 .Here shown on a busty size 12, with the back laced close...

It needs to be worn on correct  support garments:stays and pocket hoops/ panniers.

 UK  traced and insurance postage included.Overseas buyers - please choose the Heavy parcel option, the dress is heavy!

 you might find this video on the layers useful! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pgr2H42eTnc