Romantic era day dress

Romantic era evening gown,  1827-38

 A rare opportunity to aquire this gown made for the newest book!

 It needs to be worn over a period correct corset (a corded one would be best, but a standard, generic victorian one will work as well!) and a combination of a corded and standard petticoats - either can be ordered separately on the site. 

 This dress was made for our model and was worn a few times, there may be some slight signs of dust on the hem - the proice has been reduced to reflect that

 Features:

*made in cotton lawn print with a suitable period pattern

* bodice features the front gathered to the neck and waistband, creating decorative folds

*bodice is lined with cotton - the pleated sleeves are interlined with cotton organdy, very stiff, so that the sleeves stay relatively puffed without any additional support, though additional supports can be used. 

* the neckline is piped, braid on top

* bodice closing at the back with a hook and eyelet combination - can be adapted to size and new bars can be made to fit the new owner closely.  the hooks arte mounted on the tape and this can all me moved  for a closer fit

* skirt  with a bias flounce gathered to the bodice

* inside finish by overlock

 Accessories not included ( the belt was a bit of random ribbon, not incluced either)

 bodice: chest  currently closes at 41" (103cm), waist at 29" (74cm), armpit to waist 7.5" (18cm)

 sleeve have two seams, narrower and wider, the narrower can be let out if needed

 back width across the shoulder blades 16" (40cm)

 Will look best on  tall corseted size 12-14, 

For economy the dress sports modern inside finish, if you desire a gown  handstitched or with a handstitched inside finish, please email us - the prices of the bespoke items can be found in the Bespoke Clothing section on this website.

 bespoke gowns like this one start from £850 plus fabric