Regency dress set size 12-16

A rare opportunity to snatch this  elegant set made for the Regency and Romantic Dressmaker book!

 The set consists of a round gown in warm apricot silk (lutestring,  very light, exceptional quality)  and an overgown in semi sheer wool  (very light,  also rare).

This style was very versatile as it fits different sizes and can be easily regulated with the ties at the neck and high waist.

 The gown can be worn on its own, and the sheer wrap can be worn with other gowns too

 Features:

 * The gown:  body in silk, lined with cotton lawn.

* th back is fitted with the skirts pleated onto it Drawstrings at the neck  and underbust regulate the fit  in front

* hand finish with silk thread on the neck, hem etc, cotton ties

Measurements

total length is 57" (145cm)  - easy to shorten

* back width, :15.5" (40cm),

* front width at underbust, ungathered - 30" (77cm)

*biceps circumference 15" (39cm)

The overdress

*  a versatile style of this voluminous garment means it can be easily adapted - can be  worn as a wrap or with a centre closure.

* seams inside  finished by hand

 * decorated along the friont and neck with expensive silk ribbon

* puffed sleeves gathered into a wide band, decorated with the ribbon

*  front fit is regulated by a drawstring

*  closes with ties - unbder crossover or in front

 * trained

 Measurements:

* total length  in front is 59" (150cm)  - easy to shorten too

* back width, :15.5" (40cm),

* underbust, ungathered - 56" (143cm)

*biceps circumference 14" (37cm)

 Will look best on  UK size 12-16 , here shown on a model size12( UK),  good fit!

 Accessories not included

 Bespoke gown sets like this one start from £750 plus fabric

 Must be worn over suitable period underpinnings.

Postage:

UK - Please choose Special Delivery 0 this  will insure adequate insurance

overseas customers- please choose heavy parcel - this will ensyre to set will go with a courier with suitable insurance. please leave your telephone number.

Also, please note you are responsible for any custom duties, VAT etc your country levvies on imported items